An Old Fairy Tale - The Sleeping Beauty - Illustrated by Brothers Dalziel

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Folklore & Mythology, Fiction & Literature, Classics
Cover of the book An Old Fairy Tale - The Sleeping Beauty - Illustrated by Brothers Dalziel by Richard Doyle, Read Books Ltd.
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Richard Doyle ISBN: 9781528782920
Publisher: Read Books Ltd. Publication: January 31, 2018
Imprint: Pook Press Language: English
Author: Richard Doyle
ISBN: 9781528782920
Publisher: Read Books Ltd.
Publication: January 31, 2018
Imprint: Pook Press
Language: English

"An Old Fairy Tale - The Sleeping Beauty" is a 1865 poem by J. R. Planché and illustrated by The Brothers Dalziel. Based on the classic fairytale, it involves a beautiful princess, a sleeping enchantment, and a handsome prince. James Robinson Planché (1796 - 1880) was a British antiquary, dramatist, and officer of arms. Over a sixty-year period he produced, collaborated on, or adapted 176 plays over a variety of genres farce, extravaganza, comedy, burletta, opera, and melodrama. The Brothers Dalziel were a prolific firm of Victorian engravers founded by Edward Dalziel and his brother George Dalziel in 1839. Their other two brothers, John Dalziel and Thomas Dalziel also joined the firm later; all four were the sons of Alexander Dalziel of Wooler. Together, they produced a large amount of illustrations with a variety of significant Victorian artists, including Arthur Boyd Houghton, John Gilbert, John Everett Millais, and john Tenniel. Some notable works they contributed to include Edward Lear's "Book of Nonsense" (1862) and Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking-Glass". Pook Press celebrates the great 'Golden Age of Illustration' in children's literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. The collection showcases classic fairy tales, children's stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

"An Old Fairy Tale - The Sleeping Beauty" is a 1865 poem by J. R. Planché and illustrated by The Brothers Dalziel. Based on the classic fairytale, it involves a beautiful princess, a sleeping enchantment, and a handsome prince. James Robinson Planché (1796 - 1880) was a British antiquary, dramatist, and officer of arms. Over a sixty-year period he produced, collaborated on, or adapted 176 plays over a variety of genres farce, extravaganza, comedy, burletta, opera, and melodrama. The Brothers Dalziel were a prolific firm of Victorian engravers founded by Edward Dalziel and his brother George Dalziel in 1839. Their other two brothers, John Dalziel and Thomas Dalziel also joined the firm later; all four were the sons of Alexander Dalziel of Wooler. Together, they produced a large amount of illustrations with a variety of significant Victorian artists, including Arthur Boyd Houghton, John Gilbert, John Everett Millais, and john Tenniel. Some notable works they contributed to include Edward Lear's "Book of Nonsense" (1862) and Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking-Glass". Pook Press celebrates the great 'Golden Age of Illustration' in children's literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration from the 1880s to the 1930s. The collection showcases classic fairy tales, children's stories, and the work of some of the most celebrated artists, illustrators and authors.

More books from Read Books Ltd.

Cover of the book The Diseases of the Dog and Their Treatment - Containing Information on Fevers, Inflammation, Mange and Other Ailments of the Dog by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book Horse Racing Greats - Mr. Peter Purcell Gilpin by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book Oscar Danby, V.C. - A Tale of the Great European War by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book Editha's Burglar, A Story For Children by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book The Basic Forms of Cinematography - Form, Rhythm, Colour and Relativity by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book The Complete Works Of Nathaniel Hawthorne; The House of the Seven Gables and The Snow Image And Other Twice-Told Tales by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book A Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns for the Making of Women's Dresses by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book A History Of Persia by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book Sound Recording for Films - The History and Development of Sound Recording by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book A Collection of Vintage Crochet Patterns for the Making of Afghan Throws and Blankets by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book How to Cook Vegetable Side Dishes - A Selection of Old-Time Recipes by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book The Octopus Cycle (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book A Fight with a Cannon by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book The Boys' Guide to Outdoor Activities - Including Hints on Camping and the Boy Scouts by Richard Doyle
Cover of the book Clarissa - Vol I by Richard Doyle
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy