The Land of Long Ago - 2nd Edition by Elsa Beskow (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

When a mischievous gnome turns a tree trunk into a real dragon, Kelly and Kai are whisked off to a distant magical land in this vintage fairy tale.

On their incredible journey to the Land of Long Ago, the children meet a princess, rescue a knight and trick the grumpy king of the trolls. But can the old tree dragon bring them home again?

World-renowned Swedish author-illustrator Elsa Beskow's delightful story celebrates imagination, bravery and the joy of coming home.

This wonderful new edition of The Land of Long Ago has carefully digitially remastered Beskow's classic illustrations. The collectable picture book features a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Review Quotes

'A beloved Swedish tale... The illustrations have the lovely faded texture of a well-worn and oft-read story, with soft colors and edges and static tableaux. This is an old-fashioned telling with definite contemporary appeal.' --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) is the most popular children's author-illustrator in Sweden. Often described as Sweden's Beatrix Potter, Elsa Beskow's picture books have been known and loved for over a century. Her charming stories of children and magical folk, accompanied by her signature illustrations, are known and cherished the world over.