Books like The singing bones by Shaun Tan
This edition presents an expansive selection of seventy‑five classic Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales, each retold by Jack Zipes and brought to life with lush, contemporary illustrations by Shaun Tan. The volume offers young readers an engaging blend of traditional storytelling and modern visual artistry, making timeless folklore accessible and captivating for today's audience.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Shaun Tan
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