Peter and the Wolf - Paperback
Peter and the Wolf - Paperback
Description
by Sergei Prokofiev (Author), Charles Mikolaycak (Illustrator), Maria Carlson (Translator)
The classic orchestral fairy tale of a brave boy who captures a wolf comes to brilliant new life. Maria Carlson's translation and Charles Mikolaycak's soft, inviting illustrations make for a fine update of Sergei Prokofiev's beloved story. Paired with the original orchestral composition or read by itself, this book makes a wonderful addition to any family's story time.
Received a Society of Illustrators notation.Author Biography
Sergei Prokofiev was a Russian and Soviet composer, pianist, and conductor. Creator of masterpieces across numerous musical genres, he is regarded as one of the major composers of the 20th century. His works include the March from The Love for Three Oranges, the suite Lieutenant Kijé, the ballet Romeo and Juliet - from which "Dance of the Knights" is taken - and Peter and the Wolf. He created seven completed operas, seven symphonies, eight ballets, five piano concertos, two violin concertos, a cello concerto, a Symphony-Concerto for cello and orchestra, and nine completed piano sonatas.
Charles Mikolaycak was best known for his Children's book illustrations. His book I Am Joseph was an ALA Notable Book, Peter and the Wolf received a Society of Illustrators notation, and Babushka was a New York Times Best Illustrated Book.Care
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