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The Adventures of Pipì the Pink Monkey
Illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the illustrator of The Gruffalo
The Adventures of Pipì the Pink Monkey
Illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the illustrator of The Gruffalo
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Description
A rediscovered gem from Italian children literature, written by the author of Pinocchio, translated and expanded by Alessandro Gallenzi and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (the illustrator of the Gruffalo).
Pipì isn't like his four brothers or the other young monkeys living in the forest of Hullabaloo: he has bright-pink fur, a mischievous character and a rebellious streak that lands him into all sorts of scrapes. In this story, an expanded version of Collodi's original tale, we see him lose his tail to an ancient crocodile, end up as a valet to a young master, fall into the hands of flying bandits and become emperor of a tribe of apes.
Collodi wrote this story immediately after Pinocchio, and the little monkey's adventures present clear similarities, both in terms of themes and characters, with his more celebrated masterpiece. This rediscovered gem of Italian literature, beautifully illustrated by Axel Scheffler and preserving all of Collodi's trademark wit and linguistic crispness, will delight and enthrall a new generation of children.
Product details
Published | Aug 10 2021 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 108 |
ISBN | 9781847498540 |
Imprint | Alma Classics |
Dimensions | 0 x 0 mm |
Series | Alma Junior Classics |
Publisher | Alma Books |
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Reviews
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A gentle and amusing story from the author of Pinocchio with plenty of excitement and food for thought
Primary Times
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A must-read for all adventure-loving children and a fantastic addition to any library
The School Librarian
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With so much excitement packed into a relatively short book, this is a pacy and highly enjoyable read, with the added benefit of lovely illustrations by Axel Scheffler
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