The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault (Calla Editions)

This magnificent hardcover compilation features the now-definitive 17th-century renditions of "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and other childhood favorites. Includes 24 graceful, witty, full-colour, pen-and-ink, and silhouette illustrations. In the late 17th century, French author Charles Perrault helped define the fairy tale genre, transforming what had previously been an oral tradition. This magnificent hardcover reproduces his captivating renditions of "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and ten other childhood favorites. Twenty-four graceful, witty illustrations by Irish artist Harry Clarke include full-colour, pen-and-ink, and silhouette images. Introduction by art historian Thomas Bodkin.… (more)