Selfish Giant

Illustrated by Lisbeth Zwerger
Hardcover
$17.99 US
8.81"W x 11.63"H x 0.37"D  
On sale Apr 01, 2019 | 32 Pages | 9789888341733
Grades K-2

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The Selfish Giant won’t let the children play in his beautiful garden. But when he tries to wall it off from the world, Winter comes to stay, with nothing but snow and wind and hail, and Spring will not return. It isn’t until the Giant realizes his selfishness has been keeping life from his garden that he comes to believe kindness wins out over selfishness. This enchanting story from Oscar Wilde, evocatively illustrated by renowned artist Lisbeth Zwerger, is a poignant tale of generosity you’ll want to share with others.
Oscar Wilde was an Irish author, playwright, and poet. His books for children have become beloved classics. View titles by Oscar Wilde
Lisbeth Zwerger is one of the most highly regarded illustrators of children’s books and was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1990 to recognize her lifetime contribution to children’s literature. She is the author and illustrator of numerous books including The Little Mermaid and The Pied Piper of Hamelin. View titles by Lisbeth Zwerger

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The Selfish Giant won’t let the children play in his beautiful garden. But when he tries to wall it off from the world, Winter comes to stay, with nothing but snow and wind and hail, and Spring will not return. It isn’t until the Giant realizes his selfishness has been keeping life from his garden that he comes to believe kindness wins out over selfishness. This enchanting story from Oscar Wilde, evocatively illustrated by renowned artist Lisbeth Zwerger, is a poignant tale of generosity you’ll want to share with others.

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Oscar Wilde was an Irish author, playwright, and poet. His books for children have become beloved classics. View titles by Oscar Wilde
Lisbeth Zwerger is one of the most highly regarded illustrators of children’s books and was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1990 to recognize her lifetime contribution to children’s literature. She is the author and illustrator of numerous books including The Little Mermaid and The Pied Piper of Hamelin. View titles by Lisbeth Zwerger

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