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Illustrated Ballet Stories – Usborne

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Twelve classic ballets brought to life in one enchanting collection

Soar with the Firebird, dance with the Nutcracker Prince, and thrill at the drama of Romeo and Juliet in this beautifully illustrated collection of ballet stories. From the romance of Swan Lake to the magic of The Sleeping Beauty, each tale has been specially retold for modern readers whilst preserving the drama and wonder that makes these ballets timeless.

Anne Yvonne Gilbert's stunning illustrations capture the grace and grandeur of each story, bringing the dancers, costumes, and magical settings to vivid life on every page.

Each story includes fascinating background information about when the ballet was first performed and who composed the music, helping young readers understand the rich history behind these masterpieces. The book even includes links to websites with video clips, allowing children to see these stories performed on stage after reading about them.

Suitable for children aged 7 years and up

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What's Included: 256-page hardback featuring twelve classic ballet stories with full-colour illustrations throughout, ribbon marker, historical context for each ballet, links to video clips and additional resources.

Ballet Stories Included: Cinderella, Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote, Coppélia, The Nutcracker, The Firebird, Giselle, Ondine, La Sylphide, La Fille Mal Gardée, Romeo and Juliet.

Materials: Hardback with ribbon marker.

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd.

About the Author: Susanna Davidson joined Usborne Publishing almost straight from university and has been writing children's books ever since, covering everything from dinosaurs to fairy ponies. She specialises in retelling classic stories for young readers.

About the Illustrator: Anne Yvonne Gilbert creates stunning, elegant illustrations that capture the grace and beauty of ballet, bringing each story to life with remarkable artistry.

Product Specifications

SKU: 9781474922050

Brand: Usborne

Age Range: 7 years and up

Dimensions: 20.1 x 16.3 x 2.1cm

Weight: 390g

Key Features: Twelve classic ballet stories, stunning illustrations, ribbon marker, historical context, online resources

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Founded by Peter Usborne in 1973, Usborne Publishing has become one of the world's leading children's book publishers, creating irresistible, engaging, and accessible books for children of all ages. From the internationally bestselling touchy-feely series to award-winning non-fiction and interactive sound books, Usborne books are written to appeal directly to children and support every age, stage, and curious question.

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