Lisbeth Zerger like no other creates enchanting scenes that heighten and celebrate anew some of the world's most compelling literature. This marvellous anthology offers a selection of some of the most outstanding literature and illustrations: 'The Little Hobbin' by Theodor Storm 'The Nutcracker' by ETA Hoffman 'The Gift of the Magi' by O Henry 'Canterville Ghost' by Oscar Wilde 'Deliverers of Their Country' by Edith Nesbitt 'How the Camel Got His Hump' by Rudyard Kipling. Lisbeth Zwerger s edition of 'The Wizard of Oz' was named a New York Times Best Illustrated Children s Book of the Year and the Washington Post Book World called it the loveliest edition imaginable. With a foreword by Peter Sis, an internationally acclaimed illustrator, author and filmmaker. AUTHOR: Lisbeth Zwerger is one of the world's most awarded children's book illustrators, best known for illustrating classic tales. Her work is both captivating and lyrical and is always fulled with a sense of whimsy. Zwerger has wond numerous awards for her work, including the prestigious Hans Chrsitian Andersen medal, presented to her in 1990 to recognise her lifetime contribution to children's literature. SELLING POINTS: A splendidly crafted book which would make a wonderful gift for a child or a treasured keepsake for an adult. Colour illustrations