

“.this particular retelling is lovely in its simplicity and accompanied by gorgeous illustrations from Elsa Beskow. This is a great version of a classic tale.” - San Francisco Book Review


They’ll wonder at how she finds herself almost married to so many unappealing creatures, and they’ll cheer every time she manages to become free again. Young readers will love the beautiful pictures depicting tiny Thumbelina and the many creatures she encounters. “This particular retelling is lovely in its simplicity and accompanied by gorgeous illustrations from Elsa Beskow. “Beskow's full-page illustrations with closely drawn natural life and delicate coloring create an atmosphere that perfectly matches Thumbelina's fluctuation between melancholy and excitement.” - Gillian Lathey, SLA
