The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, written by E.T.A. Hoffmann, is a classic tale about a toy nutcracker that comes to life and battles the evil Mouse King.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Discerning use of full-page spreads and decorative border art allays Maysen's substantial text in this glowing interpretation. De Marcken's detail-rich watercolors are marked by a vibrant palette (the Nutcracker wears purple and gold, Marie a pink sash-tied dress), while the attention paid to the mechanisms of toys and to dolls' facial expressions further emphasizes the fantastical nature of the story. This is a loyal and energetic version, best for read-aloud in multiple sittings, given the length of the text. Ages 4 8.
