The Nutcracker
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Embark on a magical journey in this enchanting retelling of The Nutcracker, crafted especially for young readers.
On Christmas Eve, Clara receives a mysterious Nutcracker from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. Little does she know, this wooden figure holds a secret: he’s a brave prince cursed by the Mouse King. As the clock strikes midnight, Clara finds herself in a fantastical battle between the Nutcracker's loyal toy soldiers and the army of mice led by the fearsome Mouse King. With courage and heart, Clara helps the Nutcracker triumph, breaking the curse and revealing his true form.
Their adventure doesn’t end there. The Nutcracker Prince takes Clara on a wondrous journey to the Kingdom of Sweets, where they are greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and treated to dazzling performances by the inhabitants of this candy-filled land.
- Beautiful illustrations bring this tale to life.
- A classic tale of bravery, magic, and the spirit of Christmas–a perfect holiday gift!
- Durable hardcover withstands multiple readings each holiday season
Each page of this beautifully illustrated picture book is filled with whimsy and wonder, capturing the festive spirit of Christmas and the timeless magic of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet and Hoffmann’s beloved fairy tale.
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Nelly Suslova graduated from Moscow State Pedagogical University and has since been developing music lessons for a textbook platform. Currently, Nelly is conducting advanced training courses for teachers and is interested in methods of teaching music in schools.
Dina Usmandi has illustrated more than 15 books published in multiple languages and created illustrations for American children's magazines Spider and Ladybug. She also illustrates postcards for UK Greeting and has designed toys for Jellycat. Her talent has also led her to work with the English illustrator agency ILLO. In 2019, one of her illustrations won a children’s book illustration contest organized by the award-winning British illustrator Elina Ellis.