Jack and the Beanstalk - Hardcover
Jack and the Beanstalk - Hardcover
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by Michael Rosen (Author), Talleen Hacikyan (Author)
In Michael Rosen's wonderfully humourous and poetic retelling of this classic tale, the impoverished Jack trades his cow for magical beans that sprout into a towering beanstalk. As he ascends the formidable vine, he discovers a castle inhabited by a menacing giant. In the chase that ensues, Jack manages to secure enough wealth to sustain himself, his mother and his village.
Author Biography
Michael Rosen is one of Britain's most celebrated and beloved children's authors. He has served as the UK Children's Laureate and is a highly acclaimed BBC broadcaster. He has published over 100 children's books, including Were Going on a Bear Hunt, which has become a revered children's classic.
Talleen Hacikyan is an innovative artist and printmaker whose work has been exhibited internationally. She has been featured in over 70 solo and group exhibitions. Talleen illustrated Aesop's Fables retold by Michael Rosen for Tradewind Books, which garnered great critical acclaim. She lives in Montreal.
