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The Princess and the Pea (Classic Fairy Tale Collection) Paperback – October 6, 2015

by John Cech (Adapter), Bernhard Oberdieck (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 116 ratings
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A long time ago, there lived a prince who was looking for someone very special to marry. One of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories gets a breathtaking showcase, with lavish art and an elegant retelling by acclaimed writer, professor, and radio host John Cech. It’s the second exquisite entry in the Classic Fairy Tale Collection series.
 
Although the handsome prince meets ladies blessed with beauty, wealth, and brains, he knows in his heart that none is the true princess he longs for. Then, one stormy night, a wet, disheveled, and very weary young woman knocks at the castle door. Could she be his queen? One tiny pea buried underneath 20 soft mattresses might reveal the truth…
 
Bernhard Oberdieck’s stunning images, with their soft color and unusual perspectives, capture all the fantasy and romance of Andersen’s appealing tale.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Dimensions
    10 x 0.5 x 12.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Union Square Kids
  7. Publication date
    October 6, 2015
  8. ISBN-10
    1454916788
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1454916789
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Cech’s fluid text sparkles in this well-crafted retelling . . . The illustrations, created with colored pencils, pastels, and acrylics, glow . . . Children will enjoy this delightful rendition of an old favorite.”—School Library Journal

About the Author

John Cech is a professor of English at the University of Florida where he is the Director of the Center for Children's Literature and Culture. He was the creator, producer, and host of the daily public radio program “Recess!” about the cultures of childhood. He has served as the President of the Children's Literature Association and received the Anne Devereaux Jordan Award for his contributions to children's literature. John has written seven books in the Classic Fairy Tale Collection for Sterling, in addition to retellings of Aesop's Fables, illustrated by Martin Jarrie, and The Nutcracker, illustrated by Eric Puybaret. John lives in Gainesville, FL, with his wife, Eve.

Bernhard Oberdieck has illustrated numerous books and enjoys international acclaim. He uses a variety of media—including colored pencils, pastels, and acrylics—to create fine, detailed work. Bernhard is also an avid collector of children’s picture books. He lives in Ramerberg in Bavaria with his wife and two sons.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Union Square Kids; Reprint edition (October 6, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1454916788
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1454916789
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.5 x 12.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 116 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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bkaye
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2020
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We bought this book for our granddaughter who is turning 4. This has quickly become one of her favorite. The illustrations are lovely and vintage. IT is a nice rendition of the story and reads easily out loud to a young child.
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Debbie O'Brien
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Version of Princess and the Pea
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2013
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I've been reading this to my 4 yr old sice Christmas. This is a great version. Illustrations are very good, and so are the details of the story. It mentions character attributes of kindness, etc belonging to the princess and portrays her as more than just a physically beautiful princess. After the unrestful night with the pea, she awakens and associates the soreness to the night in the rain and woods, rather than the conditions not being up tp par for royalty.
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Christine Calabrese, Indie Author
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent version of a classic! Preschool Teachers!
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2017
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Little Pencil Finds His Forever Friends: A Rhyming Pencil Grip Picture Book (Early Childhood Series) (Volume 1) This is an excellent version of Princess and the Pea. My preschoolers loved it. We acted it out and had lots of fun with it. Teachers of PreK For All in NYC can use this book, it's a classic and doesn't have any violence in it. The pages are not overridden with verbiage, which can be a problem for little ones who cannot concentrate for too long. The pictures are lovely! Get it!
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S. Stanto
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2010
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My daughter is 2 1/2, and loves princess stories. I think the story is well written, but a tad adult. I think this book is more appropriate (due to language) for an older child (5-7 year old.) The illustrations aren't as wonderful as I would have hoped. But all in all, it's cute.
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abookaweek
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic!
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2019
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I loved this classic story and the beautiful illustrations. It is fun to introduce it to a new generation and it also kept preschool children's interest in a read-aloud setting.
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Gaye Lynn Gordon
5.0 out of 5 stars This made me very happy to see her reaction
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2016
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I gave this book as a gift along with a crocheted " Princess and the Pea" pillow. The little girl seemed to be very excited upon receiving this gift. This made me very happy to see her reaction. The book was written in very tasteful format as well as illustrated art. I would recommend this book to every little girl.
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Lynda Boggs
5.0 out of 5 stars What details!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2014
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When one brings up a story amongst other story lovers and collectors and suddenly you agree on one forgotten too long, it is a delightful moment. This happened at dinner with our daughter-in-law and three grandchildren and there seemed to be a heartsing between us. We were eating meatloaf and mashed potatoes and English peas; then we started remembering the story. I had forgotten the twenty mattresses; others had forgotten the test; we started putting it together, found it on the computer, read it to the children as they bathed. Then, I started searching for the prettiest books to buy. We found this one and are passing it around to pour over the many details, to delight in the way this storyteller recalls the dialogue. Next, I will make with my granddaughter 20 different mattresses so that she can act out this story, prompted by this charming book.
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J. C. Raeburn
5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting Tale Fit for My Princess
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2008
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My four-year-old daughter is captivated by this book. So am I. The story is timeless. It is extremely well written with delightful language and a warm and friendly writing style. The illustrations are gorgeous. I always dreamed of being an author of children's books. This is the type of book I would love to write.
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Kearstin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Reviewed in Canada on June 17, 2018
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The illistrations are wonderful.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Pictures are ok, but I expected them to be even nicer.
Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2020
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Good version of the tale, with its moral still being there.
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