The Steadfast Tin Soldier - The Golden Age of Illustration Series

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Follow the journey of a one-legged soldier in Hans Christian Andersen’s heartbreaking fairy tale, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, vividly brought to life in this new edition from Pook Press’ Golden Age of Illustration Series.

A young boy receives a box of tin soldiers, one of which has only a single leg, yet proves to be unwavering in spirit. From his place on the tabletop, the steadfast soldier becomes enamoured with a delicate paper ballerina, who appears to share his quiet solitude. But jealousy soon intervenes, and through the mischief of a jack-in-the-box, the tin soldier is cast out into the wider world. Swept through streets and waterways, facing danger and chance at every turn, he remains resolute, his love never faltering despite the trials he endures.

The Golden Age of Illustration series reintroduces the beauty of vintage artwork from the hands of Arthur Rackham, W. Heath Robinson, Harry Clarke, and many more, breathing new life into Han’s Christian Andersen’s beloved stories. Together, text and image preserve the emotional power of his writing, while celebrating the individuality and artistry that define this treasured era of book illustration. This edition from Pook Press is a visual and literary treasure, making it an unforgettable gift for lovers of classic literature and vintage illustration.

Follow the journey of a one-legged soldier in Hans Christian Andersen’s heartbreaking fairy tale, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, vividly brought to life in this new edition from Pook Press’ Golden Age of Illustration Series. A young boy receives a box of tin soldiers, one of which has only a single ...

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Jacob Read
June 11, 2019
A childhood story of mine.
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Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) was a Danish writer best remembered for his fairy tale collections. His work is popular around the world and has been adapted many times for the stage and screen. The author of over 150 stories, his most celebrated tales include ‘Thumbelina’ (1835), ‘The Little Mermaid’ (1837), and ‘The Snow Queen’ (1844).

Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) was a Danish writer best remembered for his fairy tale collections. His work is popular around the world and has been adapted many times for the stage and screen. The author of over 150 stories, his most celebrated tales include ‘Thumbelina’ (1835), ‘The Little...

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