Synopses & Reviews
This much beloved story has inspired a visual interpretation that has the look of a classic.
Review
"Zemach serves up a delicious edition of the old tale...The well-cadenced prose minces no words...Artwork [is] as direct, immediate, and captivating as the folktale itself." --Starred,
Booklist
About the Author
Margot Zemach (1931-89) was born in Los Angeles, California. She began illustrating stories by her husband, Harve, in 1959, and their subsequent collaborations led to many enduring children's books, including
The Judge: An Untrue Tale, a Caldecott Honor Book; A Penny a Look, an ALA Notable Book; and
Duffy and the Devil, recipient of the Caldecott Medal.