Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale. When there's no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans...and the promise of adventure! This new paperback edition includes online access to the audiobook performed by British actor Richard Hope.
Richard Walker (1943-1999) was born in Shropshire, England, and worked in a number of different professions before becomeing a writer, freelance broadcaster and professional storyteller. He traveled extensively around Britain and America, sharing his tales in a variety of venues, from folk festivals, schools and theaters to private homes.
Illustrated by - Niamh Sharkey
Award-winning Irish illustrator Niamh Sharkey works in oils on a gessoed textured background to create the richness in color that has quickly established her as a world class illustrator. She graduated in 1994 with First Class Honors from the College of Marketing and Design, Dublin, and was chosen as "Student of the Year" in the Graphics category by the Society of Designers in Ireland. Niamh now lives in Dublin, Ireland.
Narrated by - Richard Hope
Richard Hope is an English actor who has worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, London, as well as his on-screen roles. He lives in London, England.
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A classic that reads well aloud and creatively avoids a grisly end for the giant!
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It is delightfully apparent in Richard Walker's retelling of a this classic, that he is a professional storyteller! This tale reads aloud with suspense and fresh perspective! What I love most about this version is how the giant exits the story. As a child, I worried over where the giant's enormous body would be buried after he falls from the cut stalk! Walker neatly avoids the presentation of a lifeless giant by having Jack beanstalk-catapult him into space - where it is suggested he remains, alive and well -even if scientifically impossible!
