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Charming new middle-grade mystery series by an award-winning Russian writer newly translated into English In the Wolf's Lair A Beastly Crimes Book Anna Starinobets Translated by Jane Bugaeva Life in

An elderly detective, Badger, oversees the community and solves its petty crimes, from stolen pine cones to plucked tail feathers.

1 Charming new middle-grade mystery series by an award-winning Russian writer newly translated into English In the Wolf's Lair A Beastly Crimes Book Anna Starinobets Translated by Jane Bugaeva Life in the Far Woods tends to be tranquil since the animal denizens are strictly forbidden to kill (or eat!) each other. An elderly detective, Badger, oversees the community and solves its petty crimes, from stolen pine cones to plucked tail feathers. His restless assistant, Badgercat, longs for some excitement and the brash youngster's hopes are realized with the shocking news of Rabbit's murder, which prompts the woodland detectives' search for suspects. Newly translated from the original Russian, this beautifully illustrated hardcover is the first of the Beastly Crimes Books, an imaginative mystery series geared toward middle-grade readers. 176pp. 5 x 8. Dover Original. A Predator's Rights A Beastly Crimes Book (#2) Anna Starinobets Translated by Jane Bugaeva Flush with success from having solved the case of the murdered bunny, crotchety detective Badger and his impetuous young assistant, Badgercat, anticipate the return of peace and quiet to their Far Woods community. But over in the Near Woods, hens are disappearing. The farm's bloodthirsty security hounds are all too eager to accuse their Far Woods neighbors and one fox in particular of the crime. It's up to Badger and his deputy to investigate and see to it that justice is done. Filled with quirky illustrations and newly translated from the original Russian, this hardcover edition is the second in the Beastly Crimes Books series for middle-grade readers. 192pp. 5 x 8. Dover Original. Anna Starinobets is an award-winning Russian novelist, screenwriter, and journalist. Best known as a writer of dystopian and metaphysical novels and short stories, she is also a successful children s author. Her previous titles include Catlantis, translated into English by Jane Bugaeva. $16.99 US January 16, 2019 $16.99 US Juvenile Mystery Juvenile Mystery To Order Contact Your Local Dover Rep or Tel Fax

The finest edition available of Dickens perennial favorite full-color and black-and-white illustrations by the great Arthur Rackham A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens Illustrated by Arthur Rackham

2 The finest edition available of Dickens perennial favorite full-color and black-and-white illustrations by the great Arthur Rackham A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens Illustrated by Arthur Rackham This timeless tale of an arrogant miser's transformation into a paragon of warmhearted generosity, recounted by one of the English language's most popular authors, is as much a part of the season as holly and mistletoe. Lovers of fiction, Dickens novels, picture books, and the holiday itself will delight in this magnificent hardcover edition of A Christmas Carol, illustrated by Arthur Rackham. A dozen full-page color plates and 18 blackand-white images by the legendary artist recapture the story's Victorian charm and contribute to the keepsake quality of this heirloom volume. 144pp. 7 x 10. After a childhood blighted by poverty, commercial success came early to Charles Dickens ( ). By the age of 24, he was an international sensation whose new novels were eagerly anticipated. Two centuries later, Dickens popularity endures as readers revel in the warm humanity and rollicking humor of his tales of self-discovery. $25.00 US Fiction Artist Profile Arthur Rackham ( ) was an English artist and a leading figure in the early 20th century s Golden Age of Illustration. He interpreted scenes from fairy tales, opera, and Shakespearean comedy with whimsical and romantic images that continue to enchant children and adults alike. 76 Get FREE SHIPPING when you order any book before its publication month

First time published in the United States: live-action Disney version starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman & Helen Mirren scheduled for November release The Nutcracker E. T. A.

3 First time published in the United States: live-action Disney version starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman & Helen Mirren scheduled for November release The Nutcracker E. T. A. Hoffmann Illustrated by Maria Mikhalskaya Timed to coincide with the release of a major motion picture, this gloriously illustrated edition of The Nutcracker will enchant readers of all ages. Russian artist Maria Mikhalskaya recaptures the spirit of E. T. A. Hoffmann's 1816 fairy tale, which served as the basis for Tchaikovsky's ever-popular ballet. Hoffmann, who excelled in exploring the boundaries between fantasy and reality, drew upon the magic of Christmas to lend imaginative sparkle to his story of a little girl who falls in love with a nutcracker doll. A seven-headed mouse king and his army of mice, a mysterious godfather, and a vengeful rodent mother add spice to this holiday treat, newly available in a beautiful hardcover edition. 144pp. 7 x 10. Dover Original. $25.00 US Fairy Tales Don t miss more new Nutcracker titles on pages 17 & 41 Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann ( ) replaced his third name, Wilhelm, with Amadeus in homage to Mozart. A towering figure of German Romanticism, Hoffmann was a composer, music critic, theater director, draftsman, and caricaturist as well as a writer. Although his stories challenged readers to free their minds from the conventions of reality, Hoffmann accepted the practical constraints of everyday life, training as a lawyer and serving as a judge. Artist Profile Maria Mikhalskaya attended the Moscow University of Printing Arts, creating her illustrations for The Nutcracker as her graduate project. Her many awards from international illustration contests include the Grand Prix of the Student Festival of the Social Advertisement (Moscow, 2005), third place at the 2008 Croatian Biennale of Illustration, the C. J. Picture Book Award at the 2010 Picture Book Festival in South Korea, and first place at the 2010 Moscow Art Story illustration contest. She is also a four-time winner of the Moscow contest The Book Image. To Order Contact Your Local Dover Rep or Tel Fax

Glorious illustrations by two legendary American artists: new movie starring Taron Egerton & Jamie Foxx in theaters this November Robin Hood Paul Cr

4 Glorious illustrations by two legendary American artists: new movie starring Taron Egerton & Jamie Foxx in theaters this November Robin Hood Paul Creswick Illustrated by N. C. Wyeth and Howard Pyle Generation after generation, young imaginations find their way to Sherwood Forest to join Robin Hood and his merry men in the fellowship of the greenwood and the fight against injustice. Readers of all ages will delight in this deluxe hardcover volume, which presents the Scribner's Classic edition by Paul Creswick and its brilliant color plates by N. C. Wyeth. In addition, this keepsake treasure features a generous selection of black-and-white drawings from Howard Pyle's The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood. Storyteller/ artist Howard Pyle was N. C. Wyeth's teacher, and this rendition of their shared vision is a fitting tribute to one of folklore's most beloved traditions. 400pp. 7 x 10. The author of numerous children s books, Paul Creswick ( ) specialized in telling adventurous tales for young readers. His books include Aelfred s Days, Hasting the Pirate, The Smugglers of Barnard s Head, and most notably, the Scribner s Classic edition of Robin Hood. $40.00 US Fiction Artist Profiles A product of Howard Pyle s Brandywine School, Newell Convers Wyeth ( ) ranked among the leading illustrators of popular fiction in the early 20th century. Best known for his illustrations for such classics as Treasure Island, King Arthur, and Rip van Winkle, he was also a prolific illustrator of magazine and advertising images. Illustrator, author, and teacher Howard Pyle ( ) was the primary figure of the Brandywine School of illustration. His works epitomize the golden age of American illustration, consisting of tales and images remarkable for their engaging simplicity and penetrating realism. 78 Get FREE SHIPPING when you order any book before its publication month

Final two books of the beloved sci-fi series finally back in print & ready to send young readers out of this world Space Cat Meets Mars Ruthven Todd Illustrated by Paul Galdone In his third far-flung

While the intrepid feline is a bit bored by their new mission at first, his curiosity is peaked by the red planet's sole surviving fishing cat, a friendly female named Moofa.

5 Final two books of the beloved sci-fi series finally back in print & ready to send young readers out of this world Space Cat Meets Mars Ruthven Todd Illustrated by Paul Galdone In his third far-flung adventure, the dauntless Space Cat aka Flyball and his pal Captain Fred blast off for their most fantastic destination yet, Mars. While the intrepid feline is a bit bored by their new mission at first, his curiosity is peaked by the red planet's sole surviving fishing cat, a friendly female named Moofa. Will she turn out to be the cat's meow? Find out in this new hardcover edition! 80pp. 5 x 8. Scottish poet, novelist, and artist Ruthven Todd ( ) is best known as an editor of William Blake s works and as an author of children s stories, including four Space Cat adventures. He also wrote detective fiction under the pseudonym R. T. Campbell. Artist Profile Space Cat and the Kittens Ruthven Todd Illustrated by Paul Galdone Paul Galdone's pictures, especially of the kittens in their space suits, have humor and imagination to match the text. Saturday Review. After meeting on Mars, Flyball and Moofa are now the proud parents to a pair of mischievous kittens, Marty and Tailspin. Along with Captain Fred and their new friend Bill, the whole family blasts off to explore Alpha Centauri, a strange planet filled with fearsome dinosaurs! Special hardcover edition of the final book in the beloved sci-fi series. 96pp. 5 x 8. Illustrator and writer Paul Galdone ( ) specialized in children s books. His illustrations for Eve Titus books include the Basil of Baker Street series. He and Titus were nominated for Caldecott Medals for Anatole (1957) and Anatole and the Cat (1958), titles that were named Caldecott Honor books in Galdone was posthumously awarded the 1996 Kerlan Award for his contributions to children s literature. October 17, 2018 November 14, 2018 $16.95 US Juvenile Fiction $16.95 US Juvenile Fiction ALSO AVAILABLE Space Cat, Ruthven Todd, illustrated by Paul Galdone. A little gray kitten with a taste for adventure stows away on an airplane, taking his first paw steps toward a trip to the Moon. Hardcover, charmingly illustrated storybook. 80pp. 5 x $16.95 Space Cat Visits Venus, Ruthven Todd, Illustrated by Paul Galdone. Flyball is back, and this whimsically illustrated hardcover volume recounts the intrepid cat's voyage to Venus, where he and his pilot friend encounter strange plants that can communicate without speaking. 96pp. 5 x $16.95 To Order Contact Your Local Dover Rep or Tel Fax

Picture Books Nueve Días para Navidad Un Cuento de México Marie Hall Ets y Aurora Labastida Ilustrado por Marie Hall Ets Graced by evocative illustrations, this international holiday classic is now

Ceci eagerly awaits Las Posadas, the traditional nine-day series of celebrations, when she'll lead a candlelight procession.

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48pp. 8 1/4 x 11. 978-0-486-81532-9 $14.

6 Picture Books Nueve Días para Navidad Un Cuento de México Marie Hall Ets y Aurora Labastida Ilustrado por Marie Hall Ets Graced by evocative illustrations, this international holiday classic is now available in a hardcover Spanish-language edition. The 1960 Caldecott Medal winner presents the tale of a little Mexican girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. Ceci eagerly awaits Las Posadas, the traditional nine-day series of celebrations, when she'll lead a candlelight procession. Meanwhile, Mother takes her to the old marketplace to choose her very first piñata. The youngest child will be completely transported by this story. The Atlantic. 48pp. 8 1/4 x 11. $14.95 US Picture Book ENGLISH VERSION ALSO AVAILABLE Nine Days to Christmas, Marie Hall Ets and Aurora Labastida. Illustrated by Marie Hall Ets. Generations of readers have treasured this international holiday classic and its tale of a Mexican girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. Hardcover edition of the 1960 Caldecott Medal winner. 48pp. 8 1/4 x $14.95 The Snow and the Sun / La Nieve y el Sol A South American Folk Rhyme in Two Languages Antonio Frasconi The richly drawn woodcuts by the author in three colors are the outstanding features of this South American folk rhyme offered both in Spanish and English, noted Kirkus of this splendid picture book. Antonio Frasconi, recognized internationally for his bold and striking woodcut illustrations, breathes new life into an old folk rhyme about a weary traveler who questions the elements about their effects on his aching feet. Written in both languages in the simple, direct style of nursery rhymes, this beautiful hardcover volume provides both an engaging dual-language book and a visual treat for readers of all ages. A New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year. 32pp. 8 1/4 x 10 1/4. October 17, 2018 $16.95 US Picture Book 80 Get FREE SHIPPING when you order any book before its publication month

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