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Jack the Beanstalk and Other Stories

by Mary Hoffman And Anna Currey   |  Ages 5-8
Jack the Beanstalk and Other Stories
Jack the Beanstalk and Other Stories

Classic fairy tales, reimagined and richly illustrated.

If you have a soft spot for the whimsical and nostalgic, "Jack and the Beanstalk & Other Stories" might just be a delightful journey back to childhood. The illustrations add a magical touch that reinvigorates these timeless tales, making them a joy to rediscover or introduce to the younger readers in your life. Whether for bedtime stories or your own pleasure, it's a treasure trove of enchantment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Jack the Beanstalk and Other Stories

by Mary Hoffman And Anna Currey   |  Ages 5-8
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ISBN: 9781447219200
Authors: Mary Hoffman And Anna Currey
Publisher: Macmillan Publishers Ltd
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Nursery Rhymes
Related Topics: Adventure, Fantasy, Nature, Fairy Tales, Picture Books
Goodreads rating: 3.0
(rated by 1 readers)
 

Classic fairy tales, reimagined and richly illustrated.

If you have a soft spot for the whimsical and nostalgic, "Jack and the Beanstalk & Other Stories" might just be a delightful journey back to childhood. The illustrations add a magical touch that reinvigorates these timeless tales, making them a joy to rediscover or introduce to the younger readers in your life. Whether for bedtime stories or your own pleasure, it's a treasure trove of enchantment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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