These classic cautionary tales contained in Struwwelpeter have sent shivers of fear and delight down the spines of children and their parents for generations. Almost every foible from sucking your thumb, fidgeting at table, not eating up what you are given is covered in a witty rhyme which ends in a nasty comuppance for the child. Although the shocking endings are more savage than would now be thought acceptable the sentiments will be familiar to parents and the brutality awesomely delightful to children. Interestingly, although written in language that would no longer be acceptable, the verses warning against racism and playing with guns seem remarkably modern.
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One of the most popular and influential children's book ever written, this time-honored tale - sure to produce lots of giggles - describes the gruesome consequences that befall children who torment animals, play with matches, suck their thumbs, refuse to eat, and fidget at meals. A collector's item, written in rhyming couplets and illustrated by the author.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Struwwelpeter and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Struwwelpeter features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Classic Literature, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 7+ readers
Struwwelpeter is available in Hardback, Paperback
Struwwelpeter was written by Heinrich Hoffmann and published by Dover Publications an imprint of Dover Publications Inc
Struwwelpeter has 31 pages
Yes it is part of Dover Children's Classics series
£7.64
