- Paperback
- Publisher: Little Brown & Co (Juv Pap); Reprint edition (April 1986)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0316724416
- ISBN-13: 978-0316724418
- Product Dimensions: 24.9 x 18.5 x 7.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 45 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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From Publishers Weekly
The King of Storks befriends a drummer boy and helps him woo a princess. PW was surprised to find "such a sexy, bare-breasted lass as the princess in a children's book," but added that the illustrations "capture the essence ofthe characters from the classic story."
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Book Description
Filled with all the things a good tale should have--from fiery dragons and savage lions to a clever princess and a handsome hero--this storyteller's favorite is here paired with spectacular art from Caldecott medalist Trina Schart Hyman. Full color .
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Politically incorrect? An Understatement!!!,
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This review is from: King Stork (Hardcover)
"King Stork" by Howard Pyle is indeed a charming fairy tale... at first. However, the ending in which the main character blindly beats his wife until she becomes obedient is without redemption as a plot device. As an example of literature of its time, it is worthwhile. But to read for pleasure or for children, AVOID!
3.0 out of 5 stars
NOT for Children,
By A Customer
This review is from: King Stork (Hardcover)
Yes, this is a very good tale, written in a wry and captivating manner and most of the illustrations are lovely. HOWEVER, I bought this at my daughter's request for a "beautifully illustrated fairytale" for her 9th birthday. Thank goodness I decided to give it a look before I gave it to her. The evil princess displays the decapitated heads of her suitors outside her bedroom window, ravens pluck out the eyes and dine on decayed flesh. The witch's table is carved with a couple engaged in sexual intercourse and the princess is fond of wearing completely see-through gowns. I don't think these are things most parents want their children contemplating in a bed-time story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A KEEPER,
By A Customer
This review is from: King Stork (Hardcover)
The combination of Pyle's amusing prose and Hyman's lovely artwork makes this rags-to-riches tale a joy to read. Warning: It is definitely not politically correct; feminists will probably by totally appalled.
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