This fully illustrated edition of Mary Howitt's classic poem includes:Full color, modern illustrations by Ukrainian children's artist Yelyzaveta Anysymova.Mary Howitt’s classic 19th Century poem, “The Spider and the Fly,” warns its young readers against the danger of flattery and evil counsel. In her famous tale, the flitting Fly is overwhelmed by the cunning Spider, due in part to the Spider’s deception, but also because of the Fly’s own sins of vanity and naivety. The poem is told in an engaging rhyme and rhythm and is colorfully illustrated by Ukrainian artist Yelyzaveta Anysymova. This edition of Howitt’s tale of moral hazard is a great addition to any child’s bookshelf.Mary Howitt (1799-1888) was an English author of over 180 books, many written for children. Among her literary accomplishments were her translations of many tales by Hans Christian Andersen and her work as an editor on the Fisher’s Drawing Room Scrap Book. She was recognized and rewarded for her life’s work with a silver medal from the Literary Academy of Stockholm and a Civil List Pension from the United Kingdom.Yelyzaveta Anysymova is a self-taught children’s book artist from Ukraine. She draws inspiration from the people and beauty of her hometown of Zaporizhzhia.
✔ Author(s): Mary Howitt,Yelyzaveta Anysymova
✔ Title: The Spider and the Fly (Illustrated)
✔ Rating : 4.8 out of 5 base on (815 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1684931525
✔ ISBN-13: 9781684931521
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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The world created in this book was unlike anything I've ever encountered. The author's imagination knows no bounds, and I was completely mesmerized by the fantastical setting.
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The themes of resilience and hope resonated deeply with me. This book taught me valuable life lessons that I'll carry with me for years to come.
