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Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith. Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up. With its goild foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share. Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

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9781529074321

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Discover the special world of classical ballet told through these four beautifully crafted stories and magical illustrations. A delightful interpretation * Xander Parish OBE, former Principle Dancer for Mariinsky Ballet *

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Caryl Hart is a full-time children's writer, who enjoys running creative events and workshops at schools, libraries and festivals. Her first picture book, Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate! won two regional awards, and was shortlisted for a third. Her Princess series, illustrated by Sarah Warburton, has sold over 220,000 copies worldwide. Briony May Smith has worked on concept art and character designs for animation and advertising and her books have been translated into over 20 languages. Her work day mainly consists of writing, drawing and illustrating, interrupted only when her dog, Finbar, demands his walk.

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