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This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare’s finesse to Oscar Wilde’s wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim’s Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
My brother and I were given a copy of this by an Austrian aunt when we were children and we loved this book. I bought it for my sons (age 6 & 8) and they feel much the same. It is not perhaps a good choice for the easily frightened or very sensitive child but if your target audience like Dahl or Snikett then they will have no problems with the content. The poems are honest, clever, great fun and most have a lesson you would want your child to think about. The illustrations are fabulous. This is a classic that unites the generations in my family. Intelligent and accessible with a good dose of the macarbre. Highly recommended.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Cautionary tales written and illustrated by a German psychiatrist over 150 years ago continue to alarum children and amuse parents. Racial intolerance is the target in "The Inky Boys," vicious acts in "Cruel Frederick," and of course hygiene in the title story "Shock-Headed Peter.".
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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I have been a fan of Struwwelpeter for many years and have a very early English edition which has been passed down through the family. I particularly like this edition as it gives a brief but interesting biography of the author and history of the book. As a child I was always fascinated by the rhymes and I think they should be read to every girl and boy!
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A parody, perhaps?
I remember reading somewhere that this wonderful book was written as a grotesque parody of the kind of sadistically moralistic tales which were inflicted upon children in the 19th... Read more
Published 2 days ago by J Payne
Struwwelpeter
Had a copy of this book in the home as a child and was always intrigued by the main character. The complete book has several ghastly childrens characters in it - all weird in their... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alison Gordon
Struwwelpeter
Very good quality softback facsimile edition, with the original German text and a short history of the book at the end. Highly recommended - not for the squeamish!
Published 3 months ago by janet
Gives you nightmares. A horrible book.
I was given a copy of this book when I was four or five years old and I remember it scared the hell out of me and I had screaming nightmares, especially about thumbs being cut off. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nick Leeson
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great if you want to traumatise your child with the kind of thing that appealed to sadistic 19th century german parents. Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2009 by S. Small
Good fun.
I remember this from my 1950s childhood, so good to find it still available. Not for sensitive small children, but for those of more robust disposition it's great fun!
Published on 14 Nov 2009 by Seagull
George de Stratton
Takes me back to my childhood in the thirties and revived happy memories.These tales are as relevant today as when they were written. Today's children would love them. Read more
Published on 13 Sep 2009 by George De Stratton
OUR REVIEW
Was thrilled with my copy of Stuwwelpeter. The stories and illustrations were exactly as I remembered them in my childhood - evoked lots of wonderful memories, thank you. Read more
Published on 12 Sep 2009 by M. P. Jones
Struwelpeter
This is a true classic. I am ancient and I had the book when I was a child. Now I will give it to an 8 year old boy who loves stamping on frogs but is learning its not nice. Read more
Published on 22 May 2009 by Mrs. Bridget Thomas
Struwwel Peter
I was introduced to Struwwel Peter 40 years ago when my mother would read and translate the German version to us as children. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2008 by Mr. P. S. Winks
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