The Twelve Dancing Princesses

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Night after night, the 12 princesses mysteriously wear out their shoes - but how The king promises a great reward to any man who can solve the mystery. Rachel Isadora has revitalised and re-imagined this well-loved Brothers Grimm fairytale by bringing the story of the 12 princesses to Africa. The unique presentation of this classic tale is sure to enchant readers with its vibrant imagery.

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"Isadora offers an entirely distinct treatment." - "Booklist", starred review

Author Bio

Rachel Isadora began dancing at the age of eight. She trained at George Balanchine's School of American Ballet and has danced professionally. Rachel lives in New York City with her family. Rachel Isadora has illustrated many books set in the world of dance and theater, including Opening Night, My Ballet Class, Swan Lake, The Little Match Girl, and Ben's Trumpet, which received the Caldecott Honor Award and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Award. copyright 2000 by Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers. All rights reserved. Rachel Isadora began dancing at the age of eight. She trained at George Balanchine's School of American Ballet and has danced professionally. Rachel lives in New York City with her family. Rachel Isadora has illustrated many books set in the world of dance and theater, including Opening Night, My Ballet Class, Swan Lake, The Little Match Girl, and Ben's Trumpet, which received the Caldecott Honor Award and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Award. copyright 2000 by Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers. All rights reserved.