Wonder Clock

Wonder Clock

by Howard Pyle

Wonder Clock is a collection of twenty-four fairy tales, each one designed to be read for a specific hour of the day. Howard Pyle, a renowned illustrator and author, retells these tales from German, English, and Scandinavian folklore, infusing them with his own distinctive style and imagination. The book is lavishly illustrated with Pyle's own woodcuts, which add a captivating visual dimension to the narrative. The stories cover a diverse range of themes, from daring quests and magical encounters to love, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil. Pyle’s masterful storytelling transports readers to worlds of wonder and enchantment, making Wonder Clock an enduring treasure for children and adults alike.

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Howard Pyle

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Howard Pyle was an American illustrator and author, primarily of books for young people. He was a native of Wilmington, Delaware, and he spent the last year of his life in Florence, Italy. In 1894, h...

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