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A gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning version of the classic story

For over one hundred years The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood favorite, and Jerry Pinkney''s spectacular adaptation brings it triumphantly to new generations of readers.

With keen emotion and fresh vision, the acclaimed artist captures the essence of the tale''s timeless appeal: The journey of the awkward little bird—marching bravely through hecklers, hunters, and cruel seasons—is an unforgettable survival story; this blooming into a graceful swan is a reminder of the patience often necessary to discover true happiness. Splendid watercolors set in the lush countryside bring the drama to life in this hardcover picture book.

Jerry Pinkney was widely acclaimed for his picture books honoring his Black heritage as well as for his richly detailed works reimagining well-loved fairy and folktales, noted Publishers Weekly. His version of The Lion

The Ugly Duckling

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    A Hardback by Hans Christian Andersen, Jerry Pinkney

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      Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc
      Published 24 March 1999
      ISBN-13 9780688159320
      978-0688159320
      ISBN-10 068815932X
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      Books by Hans Christian Andersen

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A gorgeous, Caldecott Honor-winning version of the classic story

      For over one hundred years The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood favorite, and Jerry Pinkney''s spectacular adaptation brings it triumphantly to new generations of readers.

      With keen emotion and fresh vision, the acclaimed artist captures the essence of the tale''s timeless appeal: The journey of the awkward little bird—marching bravely through hecklers, hunters, and cruel seasons—is an unforgettable survival story; this blooming into a graceful swan is a reminder of the patience often necessary to discover true happiness. Splendid watercolors set in the lush countryside bring the drama to life in this hardcover picture book.

      Jerry Pinkney was widely acclaimed for his picture books honoring his Black heritage as well as for his richly detailed works reimagining well-loved fairy and folktales, noted Publishers Weekly. His version of The Lion

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