Mini edition of the classic winter tale with art nouveau illustrations. Perfect for fans of Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairies.
Poppy is watching the snow fall outside her window when she realises the snowflakes are really snow children, dancing and swirling in the air. They ask Poppy to join them and whisk her away to the Snow Queen's wintery kingdom. In the sparkling ice palace, she enjoys a feast served by snowmen and dances merrily with the snow princess. And when she is tired and homesick, the Snow Queen sends Poppy safely home to her mother on a silver sleigh pulled by snow bears.
Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature children have been loved by generations. The whimsical tales are accompanied by beautiful art nouveau illustrations of characterful creatures, cheerful plants and flowers and magical little folk.
This wonderful mini gift edition of The Story of the Snow Children faithfully reproduces Olfers' classic illustrations. The Sibylle von Olfers library also includes full size editions, and board books for very young children.
Poppy is gazing out of the window at the snow when suddenly she sees that the snowflakes are really Snow Children, dancing and whirling in the garden. Soon, they whisk her away to the Snow Queen's wintry kingdom.
From the author of The Story of the Root Children, this is another classic children's story with beautiful illustrations in the art-nouveau style.
'A simple but richly imaginative tale with exquisite illustrations... An old-fashioned delight for new children.'
- Kirkus Reviews
'This reissue of a German fairytale from 1905 is a beautiful little book with gorgeous Mabel Lucie Atwell style illustrations. It contains everything you need in a Christmas story: ice castles, fairy-children, and snowmen waiters... The magical illustrations tell the story perfectly well without the text.'
- Families Magazine
'An utterly delightful wintry tale full of whimsy, sprinkled with magic and sparkling with charm ... A perfect stocking filling, especially if you can conjure up some snow for Christmas morning.'
- Playing by the Book
'This is a beautifully illustrated and magical tale. A wonderfully enchanting book, a pleasure for children to read and the children listening really did sit open mouthed. The perfect book for a winter's day.'
- Hilary with Isaac (5) and others, Education Otherwise
'Poppy's visit to the Snow Queen is told in a comforting manner likely to appeal to the younger listener; the very quaintness and period feel of the pictures add charm and interest. Von Olfers' illustrative style is decorative, with snowdrop panels bordering each page and patterned scenarios of icicles and frost flowers that will captivate viewers of all ages.'
- Gillian Lathey, School Librarian
'Another delightful seasonal book for young children.'
- Kindling Magazine
'This magical fairy tale has beautiful plate-style illustrations. A timeless gift.'
- Family Interest Magazine
Sibylle von Olfers (1881-1916) blend of natural observation and use of simple design has led to comparisons with Kate Greenaway and Elsa Beskow. Her other published works include The Story of the Root Children and Princess in the Forest.
Target ages: 2-5
Floris Books
hardcover: 0.4" H x 11.0" L x 8.4" W, 24 pages
ISBN: 9780863154997
mini edition hardcover: 0.4" H x 5.8" L x 7.8" W, 32 pages
ISBN: 9781782507680
hardcover (revised): 0.4" H x 9.1" L x 12.2" W, 32 pages
ISBN: 9781782508595
A collectable new edition of the classic winter picture book with vintage illustrations from the creator of The Story of the Root Children.
The snow children take Poppy on a magical adventure to the Snow Queen's wintry kingdom where she visits a shimmering ice castle and dances at the Princess's birthday celebrations until it is time for her to go home.
Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature children have been loved by generations. The whimsical tales are accompanied by beautiful art nouveau illustrations of characterful creatures, cheerful plants and flowers and magical little folk.
This wonderful new edition of The Story of the Snow Children faithfully reproduces Olfers' classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper and a luxurious cloth spine. The Sibylle von Olfers library also includes mini gift editions and board books for very young children.