

Age Range: 8 - 12 years
Series: Classic Tales (Running Press Kids)
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Running Press Kids (May 26, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0762434422
ISBN-13: 978-0762434428
Product Dimensions: 13 x 9.9 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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I purchased this book because I love Charles Santore's illustrations. This book does not disappoint. The illustrations are amazing! My daughter keeps taking it to her room to look through the pages. The story is a little different from the Disney version, it is better and true to the original. This is one of my favorite books I have collected.
I absolutely loved this book, the illustrations were definitely captivating. As a child growing up (approx age 8) this book raised several questions about love, self-sacrifice....things that I was not aware of at a young age. Despite initially feeling confused, I have grown to appreciate the story. It is a unique tale that didn't have that 'Disney-Happy-Ending', but at the same time, left an imprint in your heart.
I remember a long time ago while I was in elementary school my little sister brought this book home from the school library. We were both enchanted by the gorgeous art work and the classic tale of the little mermaid. This book has always been lingering in the back of my mind and I've tired to find it at stores but never could. One day while searching through books on I came across it, my long lost favorite book! I bought it for 14 cents plus there was a $2 shipping price, what a great deal. I love this book even more now that I am older and I plan on reading this to my kids someday.
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