“A beautifully crafted fairy tale… full of drama and magic," said Kirkus Reviews
Jacob is cursed after insulting a wicked fairy and the outlandish spell she casts on him will change his life forever.
This is a classic fairy tale by Wilhelm Hauff, who athough he lived only 25 years (1802–1827), has become one of the most beloved authors of German literary fairy tales.
Lisbeth Zwerger’s illustrations evoke all the magic, mystery and drama of this German classic, while Anthea Bell’s fresh translation breathes new life into a story that deserves a wide audience.
“Strange and sad and oddly uplifting…Lisbeth Zwerger excels in infinitely beautiful watercolours,” said a review in the School Library Journal blog.
