Oscar Wilde's The Selfish Giant
By Oscar Wilde, Mary Hollingsworth and Bill Bell
3.5/5
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An unexpected ending gives the story a poignant, wistful quality, and Bill Bell's dazzling illustrations breathe new life into this classic tale. And adults familiar with Oscar Wilde's work will enjoy seeing this gentler, softer side of Wilde. The Selfish Giant is a beautiful book for parents and children to read together during any season.
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was born on the 16th October 1854 and died on the 30th November 1900. He was an Irish playwright, poet, and author of numerous short stories and one novel. Known for his biting wit, he became one of the most successful playwrights of the late Victorian era in London, and one of the greatest celebrities of his day. Several of his plays continue to be widely performed, especially The Importance of Being Earnest.
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This retelling of Oscar WIlde's classic is great for children. It tells a great lesson of not being selfish and the joy that comes from sharing with others. The religious aspects were also nice and somewhat subtle. This book would be appropriate for children of all ages. The illustrations were beautiful and unique.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This book is about a giant and his garden. He forbids the children of the town from playing in his garden and it becomes a lonely, desolate place. The giant learns forgiveness and allows the children to once again bring his garden to life.