Nutshell Library by Maurice Sendak (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Nutshell Library by Maurice Sendak "An alphabet book, a book of rhymes about each month, a counting book, and a cautionary tale are all written and illustrated by Sendak. What more could anyone ask?--"School Library Journal." FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From Maurice Sendak, the Caldecott Medal-winning genius who created Where the Wild Things Are, comes Nutshell Library, which will enchant readers with four classic titles.Containing pocket-size versions of perennial favorites Alligators All Around, Chicken Soup with Rice, One Was Johnny, and Pierre, this pint-size library is perfect for small hands.Learn the alphabet with silly alligators, drink chicken soup with rice every month, count visitors with a boy named Johnny, and survive a scare with a boy who doesnt care. Endless adventures await in these lyrical stories that children, and their grown-up readers, will love reading and sharing over and over again.A wonderful stocking stuffer or baby shower gift, Maurice Sendaks Nutshell Library will evoke powerful memories for many, and the rhymes and stories continue to speak to new generations of little ones.And if you prefer your Nutshell Library books on their own and not quite so tiny, each is also available in a board book edition. Back Cover This 4-volume boxed set contains an alphabet book, a book of rhymes about each month, a counting book, and a cautionary tale all written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak. Includes the titles Alligators All Around, Chicken Soup with Rice, One Was Johnny, and Pierre.(Titles available separately in library and paperback editions.) Author Biography Maurice Sendaks books have sold over 50 million copies and have been translated into more than 40 languages. He received the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Where the Wild Things Are and is the creator of such classics as In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There, Higglety Pigglety Pop!, and Nutshell Library. In 1970 he received the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal for Illustration, in 1983 he received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association, and in 1996 he received a National Medal of Arts in recognition of his contribution to the arts in America. In 2003 Sendak received the first Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, an annual international prize for childrens literature established by the Swedish government.Maurice Sendaks books have sold over 50 million copies and have been translated into more than 40 languages. He received the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Where the Wild Things Are and is the creator of such classics as In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There, Higglety Pigglety Pop!, and Nutshell Library. In 1970 he received the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal for Illustration, in 1983 he received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association, and in 1996 he received a National Medal of Arts in recognition of his contribution to the arts in America. In 2003 Sendak received the first Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, an annual international prize for childrens literature established by the Swedish government. Review "What more could anyone ask? These books are truly for all ages." -- School Library Journal Review Quote "What more could anyone ask? These books are truly for all ages." -- School Library Journal Description for Library Miniature volumes include an alphabet book, Alligators All Around, & a counting book, One Was Johnny (both 1962). Details ISBN0060255005 Author Maurice Sendak Series Caldecott Collection Language English Illustrator Maurice Sendak ISBN-10 0060255005 ISBN-13 9780060255008 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY E Year 1962 Residence Brooklyn, US Birth 1928 Short Title NUTSHELL LIB 4V SET Pages 4 Audience Age 4-8 DOI 10.1604/9780060255008 Place of Publication New York, NY Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 1962-10-10 NZ Release Date 1962-10-10 US Release Date 1962-10-10 UK Release Date 1962-10-10 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Publication Date 1962-10-10 Imprint HarperCollins Childrens Books Audience Children / Juvenile Imprint US HarperCollins Publisher US HarperCollins Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:43709948;

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