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The Emperor's New Clothes - The Golden Age of Illustration Series - by Hans Christian Andersen (Hardcover)

Name: The Emperor's New Clothes - The Golden Age of Illustration Series - by Hans Christian Andersen (Hardcover)
Brand: Pook Press
SKU: 87005317
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The Emperor's New Clothes remains one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved satirical tales.
Author(s): Hans Christian Andersen
62 Pages
Art, History
Series Name: Golden Age of Illustration

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About the Book

The Emperor's New Clothes remains one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved satirical tales. This beautifully illustrated edition from Pook Press' Golden Age of Illustration Series celebrates the story's enduring charm and wit.

Book Synopsis

The story begins with a vain and self-absorbed Emperor who cares for nothing but his appearance, squandering his fortune on elaborate garments while neglecting his duties. When two cunning swindlers arrive, claiming to weave magnificent clothes visible only to the wise and worthy, the Emperor and his court are quick to believe them. Fearful of appearing foolish or unfit, ministers and courtiers alike praise the non-existent finery, until the Emperor proudly parades through the streets dressed in nothing but his own vanity.

This deluxe edition from Pook Press pairs Andersen's original text with a rich collection of illustrations from celebrated artists of the Golden Age, including Arthur Rackham, Harry Clarke, Milo Winter, and more. Elegant and playful, this volume is a striking addition to any fairy tale library and a perfect gift for lovers of classic literature and illustration.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 10.0 Inches (H) x 7.0 Inches (W) x .31 Inches (D)

Weight: .78 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 62

Genre: Art

Sub-Genre: History

Series Title: Golden Age of Illustration

Publisher: Pook Press

Theme: Modern (late 19th Century to 1945)

Format: Hardcover

Author: Hans Christian Andersen

Language: English

Street Date: November 13, 2012

TCIN: 87005317

UPC: 9781447461371

Item Number (DPCI): 247-28-4123

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.31 inches length x 7 inches width x 10 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.78 pounds

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