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The Glassmaker's Daughter – Award-Winning Magical Tale of True Happiness | Picture Story Book
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Title: The Glassmaker's Daughter
Award & Critical Recognition:
Winner of the English Association Picture Book Award and nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal, celebrated for its breathtaking artwork and timeless story about the true meaning of happiness.
Short Description: Step into the sparkling city of Venice in The Glassmaker's Daughter. Written by Dianne Hofmeyr and decorated with exquisite, golden-hued illustrations by award-winning artist Jane Ray, this magical tale follows Daniela, a young girl who has never smiled. Her father, the greatest glassmaker in Venice, promises a palace made of glass to anyone who can bring a smile to her face. Maker after maker tries with mirrors and dazzling treasures, until a humble boy shows her the simple beauty of the outside world. A rich, atmospheric fairy tale about kindness, joy, and finding real happiness.
Product Details:
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Genre: Children’s Picture Books / Fairy Tales, Art & Values
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Author: Dianne Hofmeyr
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Illustrator: Jane Ray
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Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books (Quarto)
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Format: Paperback Picture Book
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Pages: 32
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Target Age: 4–8 Years
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Language: English
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ISBN-13: 9781847806765
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ISBN-10: 1847806764
Why Readers Will Enjoy It: It feels like an opulent, classic fairy tale that captures a child's imagination. The shimmering, Venetian-inspired artwork draws children right into the story, while the gentle moral reminds young readers that true joy comes from kindness, friendship, and appreciating everyday wonders rather than material possessions.
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Product Details
Title: The Glassmaker's Daughter
Award & Critical Recognition:
Winner of the English Association Picture Book Award and nominated for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal, celebrated for its breathtaking artwork and timeless story about the true meaning of happiness.
Short Description: Step into the sparkling city of Venice in The Glassmaker's Daughter. Written by Dianne Hofmeyr and decorated with exquisite, golden-hued illustrations by award-winning artist Jane Ray, this magical tale follows Daniela, a young girl who has never smiled. Her father, the greatest glassmaker in Venice, promises a palace made of glass to anyone who can bring a smile to her face. Maker after maker tries with mirrors and dazzling treasures, until a humble boy shows her the simple beauty of the outside world. A rich, atmospheric fairy tale about kindness, joy, and finding real happiness.
Product Details:
-
Genre: Children’s Picture Books / Fairy Tales, Art & Values
-
Author: Dianne Hofmeyr
-
Illustrator: Jane Ray
-
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books (Quarto)
-
Format: Paperback Picture Book
-
Pages: 32
-
Target Age: 4–8 Years
-
Language: English
-
ISBN-13: 9781847806765
-
ISBN-10: 1847806764
Why Readers Will Enjoy It: It feels like an opulent, classic fairy tale that captures a child's imagination. The shimmering, Venetian-inspired artwork draws children right into the story, while the gentle moral reminds young readers that true joy comes from kindness, friendship, and appreciating everyday wonders rather than material possessions.
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