Peter and the Wolf
By (Author) Sergei Prokofiev
Illustrated by Charles Mikolaycak
Translated by Maria Carlson
Penguin Putnam Inc
Puffin
2nd September 1986
United States
Children
Fiction
32
Width 183mm, Height 224mm, Spine 3mm
96g
The classic orchestral fairy tale of a brave boy who captures a wolf comes to brilliant new life. Maria Carlson's translation and Charles Mikolaycak's soft, inviting illustrations make for a fine update of Sergei Prokofiev's beloved story. Paired with the original orchestral composition or read by itself, this book makes a wonderful addition to any family's story time. Received a Society of Illustrators notation.
Sergei Prokofiev was aRussianandSoviet composer, pianist, andconductor. Creator of masterpieces across numerousmusical genres, he is regarded as one of the major composers of the 20th century. His works include the March fromThe Love for Three Oranges,the suiteLieutenant Kije, the balletRomeo and Juliet- from which "Dance of the Knights" is taken - andPeter and the Wolf.He created seven completedoperas, sevensymphonies, eightballets, fivepiano concertos, twoviolin concertos, acello concerto, aSymphony-Concerto for cello and orchestra, and nine completedpiano sonatas. Charles Mikolaycak was best known for his Children's book illustrations.His bookI Am Josephwas an ALA Notable Book,Peter and the Wolfreceived a Society of Illustrators notation, andBabushkawas aNew York TimesBest Illustrated Book.