The Sleeper and the Spindle WINNER OF THE CILIP KATE GREENAWAY MEDAL 2016
The Sleeper and the Spindle by Neil Gaiman, published by Bloomsbury Publishing on March 26, 2015, is a beautifully illustrated work that reimagines classic fairy tales. This edition, featuring 72 pages and vibrant red ink, intertwines elements of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty with a unique twist, presenting a story that resonates with both contemporary and timeless themes.
In this tale, a young queen, on the eve of her wedding, embarks on a quest to rescue a princess from a deep enchantment. Armed with her sword and chain mail, she ventures into the mysterious tunnels beneath the mountain, challenging traditional narratives of love and heroism. The narrative blends fantasy and magic with social themes, showcasing the queen’s determination to shape her own destiny while revealing that the princess may not be what she initially appears. This captivating story, adorned with illustrations by Chris Riddell, offers readers a fresh perspective on folklore and mythology.
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The bestselling, award-bedecked Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell are reunited in this irresistible fairytale reboot, with vibrant red ink adding lustre to an amazingly beautiful book.
‘Suffused with joy and melancholy … It is absolutely a retelling for our age, but also for ages still to come’ Guardian
Weaving together hints of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty with a shimmering thread of dark magic, this twist on classic fairytales will hold readers spellbound from start to finish.
On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. She casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes her chain mail and her sword and ventures into the tunnels under the mountain towards the sleeping kingdom. This queen will decide her own future – and the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems.
Twisting together the familiar and the new, this delicious, captivating and darkly funny tale shows its creators at the peak of their talents and was the winner of the 2016 CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal.
Lavishly produced and packed with glorious Chris Riddell illustrations, this amazingly beautiful book makes a spectacular and magical gift.
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