The Nutcracker: A Papercut Pop-Up Book Contributor(s): Patel, Shobhna (Author) |
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ISBN: 0500651248 ISBN-13: 9780500651247 Publisher: Thames & Hudson OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: November 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations - Christmas & Advent - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts - Dance - Juvenile Fiction | Activity Books - General |
Dewey: E |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.4" W x 12.1" (0.79 lbs) 32 pages |
Themes: - Holiday - Christmas |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The magic of Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker comes to life in this theatrical pop-up book created by papercut artist Shobhna Patel, whose delicate laser-cut pop-ups will enchant readers young and old. Patel has invented a new paper-engineering technique called the "paperscope," which is used for the first time in this charming book. The classic story begins on Christmas Eve when a little girl named Clara and her brother Fritz are gathered around the Christmas tree to celebrate with family and friends. Their mysterious uncle, Drosselmeyer the toy maker, gives Clara a beautiful wooden nutcracker who magically comes to life when the clock strikes midnight. So begins an enchanting adventure featuring all of Tchaikovsky's original characters: the soldier mice, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and of course a handsome prince. The Nutcracker is made all the more extraordinary by Patel's intricate laser-cut illustrations. The book features four pop-up paperscopes that spring to life when the reader presses each paperscope down with their hand to reveal the scene hidden within. The effect is one of a magical series of stage sets, recalling the story's origins as a ballet. |
Contributor Bio(s): Patel, Shobhna: - Shobhna Patel is a British papercut artist, paper engineer, and illustrator. |