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A Telling of the Tales
Five Stories
By Brooke, William J. & Egielski, Richard
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-06020-688-8
- Publisher
- New York : Harper & Row, c1990.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 1990
Gr 5-7 Five favorite tales affectionately retold with fresh, new perspectives and irresistible flair. Unlike their models, Brooke's characters have real character. Take, for example, the newly awakened princess who, refusing to believe she's been under a spell, demands identification and proof of his claim from an understandably nonplused prince. Equally strong and independent, Cinderella resists trying on the glass slipper, preferring her prince to find the r...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
