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Nutcracker Hardcover – Picture Book, October 30, 2012

by E. T. A. Hoffmann (Author), Maurice Sendak (Illustrator), Ralph Manheim (Translator)

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"A classic, new and complete. One of the ten best illustrated children's books of the year."
-- New York Times Book Review

The tale of Nutcracker, written by E.T.A. Hoffmann in 1816, has fascinated and inspired artists, composers, and audiences for almost two hundred years. It has retained its freshness because it appeals to the sense of wonder we all share.

Maurice Sendak designed brilliant sets and costumes for the Pacific Northwest Ballet's Christmas production of Nutcracker and created even more magnificent pictures especially for this book. He joined with the eminent translator Ralph Manheim to produce this illustrated edition of Hoffmann's wonderful tale, destined to become a classic for all ages.

The world of Nutcracker is a world of pleasures. Maurice Sendak's art illuminates the delights of Hoffmann's story in this rich and tantalizing treasure.

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10 - 11 years
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120 pages
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English
Grade level

5 - 4
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1040L
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10.3 x 0.6 x 10.2 inches
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Crown
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October 30, 2012
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0385348649
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978-0385348645
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"A classic, new and complete."--New York Times Book Review

"E.T.A. Hoffmann’s Nutcracker, illustrated with wild-rumpus appeal by Maurice Sendak, restores the holiday classic to its original enigmatic luster."--Vogue

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Maurice Sendak received the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Where the Wild Things Are. In 1970 he received the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal for illustration, and he remains the only American ever awarded this honor. In 1983, Sendak received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association, given in recognition of his entire body of work. He also received a 1996 National Medal of Arts in recognition of his contribution of arts in America.

Ralph Manheim, translator of Grimm's Fairy Tales and many other works, was a renowned German-language translator.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Crown; Reprint edition (October 30, 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 120 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0385348649
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0385348645
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 11 years
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1040L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 4
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.87 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.3 x 0.6 x 10.2 inches

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Ralph Frederick Manheim (April 4, 1907 – September 26, 1992) was an American translator of German and French literature, as well as occasional works from Dutch, Polish and Hungarian. He likened translation to acting, the role being "to impersonate his author".
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Sendak’s unique illustrations of classic tale are first rate.

Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024

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Classic story brought to life by Sendak’s (Where The Wild Things Are) creative & imaginative illustrations. This book was in our house growing up. It was worn out from so much enjoyment over the years. When I saw it listed it evoked so many happy memories, I decided I need a copy of my own! It was also offered at a fabulous price! Read it to kids and let them enjoy the pictures.

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Lynn Downward

Beautiful book from Maurice Sendak

Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2022

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This book is based on the version Maurice Sendak designed for Seattle's Ballet company (there's a wonderful dvd of it to purchase online). I purchased the book when it first came out and read it to my children along. Unfortunately, I lent it to someone who didn't return it so I bought a second copy because it needed to be in our library. Of course, Mr Sendak's version is different from the usual sweet ballet but it's beautifully done and wonderful to read. I have recommended it it others several times.

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Dangerpus

Brilliantly translated and illustrated

Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2020

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Ralph Mannheim does a masterful job of translating ETA Hoffman's classic into a quirky, charming English prose. Maurice Sendak is the best illustrator for the job, since this is a weird and kind of creepy story (Hoffman mainly wrote old-fashioned horror, but his children's book was his greatest success). Makes just as little sense as the ballet, but the book is full of loads of wonderful details.

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Tara

Great quality

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2021

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Love this book! It reminds me of the PNB nutcracker growing up. I love being able to share this with my child especially since they are now doing the George Balanchine's Nutcracker. We read both books and love them both.

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This is the most beautiful edition I've ever seen.

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2021

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This book is a keepsake to be enjoyed for many years.

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It's the classic you remember.

Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020

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The Mrs asked for this story from her childhood for xmas this year. She didn't realize this exact version was still around. She was all misty eyed over this book. 6/5 stars!

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Carolyn Dargevics

A little complicated

Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2015

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I bought this edition for my 9-year-old granddaughter, Maia, to read before we are to go to the ballet. She is bright (aren't all our grandchildren?) but I honestly think this book may be a little advanced. It's a little complex and the story gets muddied but I will give it to her anyway with hopes if she can't get through it now, she will soon. I also would have liked to see more illustrations strategically placed with the text. I considered returning the book and getting another but I may not be fully aware of her reading ability and would like to challenge her a little. I bought the Jeffers' book for her 6-year-old sister who is a little behind in reading and I think that book is perfect for the 6-year-old. Maia, I know, will read the Jeffers' book to her sister and get the gist of the ballet. This ETA Hoffmann book will add background and more depth to the Jeffers' book and subsequently to the ballet.

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Elaine J. Marchi

Nutcracker coffee table book

Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020

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Beautifully illustrated and true to ETA Hoffman’s story interpretation. A dark tale, more Germanic in thought. There is a story within a story, but this is not the light hearted ballet.

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A handsome book giving the original Hoffman story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2023

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Beautiful illustrations and design by Sendak; a book that adults can enjoy. It's not for toddlers as it's the original Hoffman tale and not a reproduction of the ballet for young children. A reading age of 10-11 would be best. This is not a picture book and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

Kristin

Incredible illustrations and story. Worth it!

Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2017

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We read this to our 5 year old at each bedtime before going to see he original Russian ballet. It really added to the experience and the illustrations made the book approachable. Language was sometimes beyond him, but we explained and pushed through. It really opened our eyes to chapter books. We all liked the intensity of the rat king in this version versus the candy land version.

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Una obra de arte de muy buena calidad

Reviewed in Spain on August 11, 2018

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Este libro es una obra de arte. Como todo lo que toca Maurice Sendak! Lo compré por la historia del cascanueces, pero por que estaba ilustrado por Maurice Sendak, que me apasiona. Y no me haha decepcionado! Una impresión de gran calidad, y las imágenes son preciosas! Una maravilla de arte qur acompaña un clásico como es el Cascanueces.

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fantastico

Reviewed in Italy on May 17, 2017

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Stupendo. Sendak non delude mai, e questo è un esempio perfetto della sua raffinatezza.
Le illustrazioni sono principalmente spot. Le doppie sono meravigliose e piene di magia.

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López

Genial

Reviewed in Spain on January 29, 2019

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No conocía esta obra del autor, creo que aún inédita en español, y es altamente recomendada. Toda su obra es recomendada en realidad, pero este formato de ilustraciones llenas de decoraciones son preciosas.

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