Mirror Mirror: A Book of Reverso Poems
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Mirror Mirror: A Book of Reverso Poems
By (Author) Marilyn Singer
Illustrated by Jose Masse
Dutton Books for Young Readers
Dutton Books for Young Readers
4th March 2010
United States
Classifications
Children
Fiction
811.54
Winner of Cybils (Poetry) 2010
Physical Properties
Hardback
32
Width 262mm, Height 262mm, Spine 9mm
442g
Description
With 6 starred reviews, 8 best of the year lists, and over 20 state award nominations, everyone is raving about Mirror Mirror! "Remarkable."-The Washington Post "This mind-bending poetry is accompanied by Masse's equally intelligent, equally amusing art."-Time Out New York for Kids What's brewing when two favorites-poetry and fairy tales-are turned (literally) on their heads It's a revolutionary recipe- an infectious new genre of poetry and a lovably modern take on classic stories.First, read the poems forward (how old-fashioned!), then reverse the lines and read again to give familiar tales, from Sleeping Beauty to that Charming Prince, a delicious new spin. Witty, irreverent, and warm, this gorgeously illustrated and utterly unique offering holds a mirror up to language and fairy tales, and renews the fun and magic of both.
Reviews
"A mesmerizing and seamless celebration of language, imagery and perspective." Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Masses clever compositions play with symmetry, bringing this smart concept to its fullest effect." Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Cleverly constructed and insightful."The Horn Book, starred review
"Truly a visual, as well as a literary, puzzle and such a treat!" Library Media Connection, starred review
Fun, thoughtful, beautifully written poems that employ a poetic form called a reverso to spin a familiar fairy tale in a new direction. Shelf Awareness, starred review
With 6 starred reviews, 8 best of the year lists, and over 20 state award nominations, everyone is raving about Mirror Mirror!
Mirror Mirror is an ALA Notable Book, a New York Public Library Best 100 Children's Book of the Year, a Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book of the Year, a Booklist Editors Choice, a Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year, a Washington Post Top 15 Childrens Book of the Year, a Horn Book Fanfare Book, a Publishers Weekly Best Childrens Book of the Year, a Land of Enchantment Book Award Winner, and one of Time Out New York Kids' 50 Best Books for Kids.
Author Bio
Marilyn Singer is an award-winning author of more than 90 children's books in a wide variety of genres. Josee Masse is a recognized artist in her native Canada, having illustrated numerous French and American picture books.
