The Adventures of Pinocchio
By: Carlo Collodi ; adapted by Bob Blaisdell ; illustrated by Thea Kliros.
Contributors: Blaisdell, Robert.; Kliros, Thea, ill.
Series: Dover Children's Thrift Classics
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 1995
Place of publication: New York, USA
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 91
ISBN-13: 9780486288406
Copyright date: 1995
Subjects: Puppets -- Fiction.; Fairy tales.
Description: Pinocchio was naughty from the very first day that Geppetto created him. Instead of going to school or learning a trade, the little puppet who magically came to life wanted only to eat, drink, sleep, and play.

Poor Pinocchio's problems grew — as did his nose every time he told a lie, which was quite often. And even worse, he found himself in one dreadful situation after another; in prison, turned into a donkey, and even stranded in the belly of an enormous shark.

Enhanced by Thea Kliros's 32 original illustrations, this newly abridged version of the beloved story includes all the familiar characters: Geppetto, a childless woodcarver; a wise old cricket; a sly fox and conniving cat; a lovely fairy; and a host of other figures.

Filled with humor and adventure, and sealed with a heartwarming conclusion, this time-honored fable has thrilled youngsters for over 100 years. In this inexpensive edition, it will continue to enchant new readers and listeners.
--back cover
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
"In easy-to-read type"--Cover.
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