Snow White

By Melinda Copper

Stunningly beautiful, this lavish rendition of the beloved Snow White is embellished with an appealing and innovative twist. Inspired by the work of master painters throughout history, scenic designer Melinda Cooper has infused the timeless fairy tale with a charming animal cast. Classic storytelling coupled with painterly perfection make Snow White perfect for holiday gift-giving and treasuring all year round.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0525474749
• ISBN13: 9780525474746
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Dutton Juvenile
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 20.0" x 0.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool and higher

Customer Reviews

Gorgeously illustrated version of the classic Grimm's fairytale

Most of the fairy tales in children's books, especially for younger readers seem to be the abridged versions of the classic fairytales. Melinda Copper's "Snow White" is refreshing because the story adheres closely to the traditional Grimm version, and also because she has substituted animals in the roles of the humans. Here, Snow White is an adorable white rabbit whose father (also a rabbit) takes a haughty and beautiful cat as his second wife after the death of Snow White's mother. The dwarves are benign mice, the huntsman is a dog, and the prince is a rabbit. The story makes for an engaging reading experience, and is enhanced by the full-color, beautifully rendered illustrations that makes one feel as though these paintings belong in an art gallery somewhere - they are lavish, and wonderfully detailed. I know I'm gushing, but Melinda Copper has truly breathed much-needed fresh air into a classic fairytale that will enthrall a new generation of readers, as well as those who are familiar with Grimm's classic. Be mindful though that since this tale adheres to the original version, it does portray the evil stepmother's attempts to kill Snow White, via suffocation (by tightening SW's laces), a poisoned comb, and finally the poisoned apple. Recommended age - 4 and up.

A truly amazing book

I have four grandchildren ages, 2, 3, 4 and six. They (and their parents) all enjoyed the book, especially the illustrations. It was wonderful to revisit the Brothers Grimm version of the story as well as to experience the beautiful full page illustrations. This will be a book that will stay in the family for generations. Melinda Copper is to be congratulated on a wonderful book!

Enchanting book appeals to children of all ages

I read this book to the K-1 and 4-5th graders at my daughters school. The children were so captivated by the beautiful illustrations that I had to promise to leave the book in the classroom for the day so they could look more closely at it. Once the children got used to the idea that there is more than one version of this classic, they were excited by the antics of the evil step mother cat! The older children loved the detail of the illustrations and the fact that they could see the texture of the canvas in the pictures. The younger ones were delighted by the hamsters and mice. This book raises the standard of children's book illustrations. It will make a wonderful gift for a child of any age!

GLORIOUS FULL PAGE ILLUSTRATIONS

Artist Melinda Copper has a unique gift - drawing upon the works of master artists she creates paintings in their style but with her own imprimatur - animals. Her paintings of cats, dogs, rabbits are treasures in themselves, sought after by collectors and art aficionados. Thus, her "Snow White" is a marvel for us to cherish. Words cannot possibly do justice to the beauty of Copper's paintings - precious, irresistible, heart warming come to mind but they aren't enough to describe the attention to detail and luminosity found in Copper's work. Of course, the story of Snow White is known to all, but it becomes new again with these meticulously drawn images and glorious full page illustrations. Highly recommended. - Gail Cooke

A beautiful book by a extremely talented artist

Copper is a extremely talented artist which is apparent in this beautiful book. A stunning illustration of a classic fairy tale that will please all ages. The details in the illustrations are so vivid that you feel as if you are sitting there in the same room as the characters. This book will be a fine addition to any household and will be cherished for generations to come. I highly recommend this book to all.