Description
From award-winning author Eric A. Kimmel with gorgeous, brightly patterned illustrations from artist Mara Penny, Hank and Gertie brings a modern twist to the classic Hansel and Gretel folktale combined with the high-adventure landscape of the Oregon Trail.
While taking a break from their journey out west, Hank and Gertie lose their way back to their covered wagon and stumble upon the most glorious house made of candy. Little do they know there's a dangerous witch lurking nearby, and she's got her eye on the two hungry and vulnerable children.
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About the Author
Eric A. Kimmel has written more than fifty books, including I Want a Real Bike in Oregon, Runaway Tortilla, and Rattlestiltskin, and has won numerous awards. Once a professor at the Indiana University at South Bend and Portland State University, as well as an elementary school teacher in Manhattan, Eric retired from teaching in 1993 to become a full-time writer, a dream he had since kindergarten. He currently lives in Portland, OR. Mara Penny is an illustrator inspired by fairy tales, the night sky, and sparkles. She studied both interior design and jewelry design in college, and earned her BFA at California College of the Arts. A lover of colors, patterns, and textures, Mara enjoys drawing, painting, and sewing. She lives in Oakland, CA.
Reviews
"Kimmel proves yet again that folk- and fairy tales still make for great picture-book fodder. . . The illustrations shine when displaying the magnificent array of foods-duff pudding with maple cream sauce, fried chicken, hoecakes, and more." * Kirkus *
"Penny beautifully illustrates this story in a dusty palette . . . a closing author's note gives insight into how Kimmel reconfigured the story for the Oregon Trail setting, which makes the book appropriate for classroom discussions. Overall, this is a gentle, familiar read that isn't too dark and scary." * Booklist *
"Bringing a wonderfully entertaining and modern interpretation of a classic children's fairytale, it is wholeheartedly and unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library picture book collections." * Children's Bookwatch *
"Portland author Eric A. Kimmel transplants a familiar fairy tale to the Oregon Trail in 'Hank & Gertie: A Pioneer Hansel & Gretel Story.' Illustrator Mara Penny pulls off images that feel both vintage and modern in a perfect complement to Kimmel's instantly engaging prose. Especially fun are the pages featuring the witch's menus for fattening up Hank." * Oregonian *
Book Information
ISBN 9781513261225
Author Eric A. Kimmel
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Graphic Arts Books
Publisher Graphic Arts Books
Weight(grams) 340g
Details
Subtitle: |
A Pioneer Hansel and Gretel Story |
Imprint: |
Graphic Arts Books |
