Written by: Will Moses
First line: Long ago there lives a woodcutter, his wife and
his children, Hansel and Gretel.
Why you should read this book: It’s a faithful retelling of
the Grimms’ creepy original, with the themes of poverty, parental abandonment,
and cannibalism intact. The illustrations are lush paintings in a vibrant folk
art style, replete with small details like patterns in woven cloth, moonlight
on tree leaves, and cobwebs in corners. A warm and happy ending, followed my the
admonishment that children should not be afraid of the story’s contents, since
their parents love and protect them.
Why you shouldn’t read this book: You are a wicked
stepmother or possible an evil witch.
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