The Tinderbox

'Beautifully illustrated… Mitchell’s words are rich and colloquial.' Booklist (starred review)

'Handsome and engrossing.' Kirkus Reviews

'A rich rendering of the durable, intriguing classic.' School Library Journal

'Featured in “Best New Books for the Classroom"' Book Links

'Costumes and architecture suggest northern Europe somewhat before Andersen's own time, a sumptuous setting for this strange, profoundly provocative classic.' The Horn Book

'Old-world details draw readers into the classic tale.' Parenting

'The balance of restrained elegance and larger-than-life outlandishness works to great effect and matches the cool, even tone of the narrative.' Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

'Elaborate lifelike illustrations on a sepia background set the perfect tone for this wonderful retelling of an Andersen fairy tale.' Journal Inquirer

'Pen-and-ink illustrations tinted with watercolor give this spare retelling the look of hand-tinted etchings, and they feature detailed settings and well-realized characters.' School Library Journal, included in “Focus On: Fairytales”

'There is something for every age in ‘The Tinderbox.’' Springfield State Journal-Register

'Stunning…this collector’s edition is a book the entire family will enjoy.' Growing Up in Santa Cruz

'A vivid new translation.' Washington Post

'The mood of this dark tale is skillfully portrayed.' Library Media Connection

'The dazzlingly detailed illustrations by Bagram Ibatoulline are [a] real delight.' Buffalo News

'Included in a “Best Picture Books” roundup' Raleigh News & Observer

'Featured in a holiday roundup' Louisville Courier-Journal

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