The Story of Blue-Beard - Illustrated by Joseph E. Southall

Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction - YA
Cover of the book The Story of Blue-Beard - Illustrated by Joseph E. Southall by Charles Perrault, Read Books Ltd.
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Charles Perrault ISBN: 9781473365261
Publisher: Read Books Ltd. Publication: January 27, 2016
Imprint: Pook Press Language: English
Author: Charles Perrault
ISBN: 9781473365261
Publisher: Read Books Ltd.
Publication: January 27, 2016
Imprint: Pook Press
Language: English

The Story of Bluebeard is taken from the Perrault original, and illustrated with pictures and ornaments by Joseph Southall. Perrault (1628 – 1703) was among the first writers to bring magical children’s stories into the literary mainstream, proving to his original seventeenth century readers that such works were important, enjoyable, as well as thought-provoking. The tale of ‘Bluebeard’ has stood the test of time; enchanting readers with its other-worldly combination of horror and fairy-tale-endings. The text is accompanied and surrounded by the wonderful black-and-white illustrations of Joseph Southall (1861 – 1944) who was heavily associated with the Arts and Crafts Movement; one of the last outposts of romanticism in the visual arts. Southall’s masterful creations serve to further refine and enhance Perrault’s magical storytelling – making this a book to be enjoyed and appreciated, by both young and old alike. Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s literature – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. Our collection showcases classic fairy tales, children’s stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Story of Bluebeard is taken from the Perrault original, and illustrated with pictures and ornaments by Joseph Southall. Perrault (1628 – 1703) was among the first writers to bring magical children’s stories into the literary mainstream, proving to his original seventeenth century readers that such works were important, enjoyable, as well as thought-provoking. The tale of ‘Bluebeard’ has stood the test of time; enchanting readers with its other-worldly combination of horror and fairy-tale-endings. The text is accompanied and surrounded by the wonderful black-and-white illustrations of Joseph Southall (1861 – 1944) who was heavily associated with the Arts and Crafts Movement; one of the last outposts of romanticism in the visual arts. Southall’s masterful creations serve to further refine and enhance Perrault’s magical storytelling – making this a book to be enjoyed and appreciated, by both young and old alike. Pook Press celebrates the great ‘Golden Age of Illustration‘ in children’s literature – a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. Our collection showcases classic fairy tales, children’s stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

More books from Read Books Ltd.

Cover of the book Spirit Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book How to Make a Bird Skin - A Step by Step Guide to Prepare and Preserve a Bird Skin by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book How To Shoot - Some Lessons In The Science Of Shot Gun Shooting by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Danish Fairy Tales - Translated from the Danish of Svend Grundtvig by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Ludwig Van Beethoven - 26 Welsh Songs - WoO155 - A Score for Voice, Piano, Cello and Violin by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Midsummer Customs In Morocco (Folklore History Series) by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Master Johannes Wacht (Fantasy and Horror Classics) by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book A Wasted Day by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Rare, Vanishing and Lost British Birds - Compiled from Notes by W. H. Hudson by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book My Air-Ships by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Live Successfully! Book No. 7 - How to Make Friends and be Persuasive by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Balochi Tales (Folklore History Series) by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book The Hyena by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Period) by Charles Perrault
Cover of the book A History of English Costume by Charles Perrault
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy