Product Description
The Ugly Duckling
Author(s): DK
Format: Paperback
Filled with beautiful illustrations, this favourite fairy tale is the perfect classic picture book to share with young children. Teased by his siblings for his different looks, the brave cygnet journeys into the world, looking for friendship and kindness.
Adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's original story, this is the story of how one little duckling overcomes obstacles and challenges, and with patience and determination, finally finds the companionship for which he has been searching.
The charming illustrations by Giuseppe di Lernia in this picture book are sure to capture the imaginations of little ones, and the large format of this book is ideal for sharing with children aged 3 to 5 and reading together at bedtime.
About the Illustrator
Guiseppe Di Lernia is an Italian illustrator based in Milan. After graduating from the University of Milan, Giuseppe worked with several advertising agencies as a graphic designer, storyboard artist and photo editor, while continuing to pursue his passion for illustration. He is now working full-time as an illustrator. After collaborating with a number of newspapers and illustrating several colouring books, Guiseppe is now thrilled to be working on storybooks with DK.
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