Swan Lake
Swan Lake by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky is a beautifully illustrated picture book adaptation published by NorthSouth Books on November 6, 2018. This edition, featuring 32 pages in English, presents a captivating retelling of the classic ballet, focusing on a prince’s love for the enchanting Swan Queen, who reveals her identity as the swan he once tried to kill.
Readers will discover a unique interpretation of the beloved fairy tale, enriched by the luminous illustrations of Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winner Lisbeth Zwerger. Her artwork captures the grace and beauty of the story, drawing from Tchaikovsky’s original 1877 ballet, which concludes with a happy ending. This adaptation not only highlights themes of love and transformation but also celebrates the performing arts and dance, making it a delightful addition to any collection of juvenile fiction or fairy tales.
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With flash, the lake was based in a shimmering light, and before him stood the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. “I am the Swan Queen,” she said. “I am the swan that you tried to kill.”
A prince’s love for a swan queen breaks an evil spell in this fairy tale adaptation of the beloved ballet written by Tchaikovsky
Swan Lake is perhaps the best-loved ballet of all time. Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winner Lisbeth Zwerger brings her singular vision to a glorious picture-book adaptation of the haunting story of an enchanted swan princess. She has based her version on Tchaikovsky’s original 1877 ballet, which had a happy ending, unlike the later, better-known, 1893 version. Her illustrations, luminous, lyrical, filled with grace and beauty, evoke the brilliance of the ballet and the universal appeal of this beloved fairy tale.
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