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Sibylle von Olfers

The Story of the Butterfly Children

The Story of the Butterfly Children

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In the magical Butterfly Kingdom, chrysalids, butterfly children, dance among flowers and visit caterpillars. On the first day of spring, they get their wings and begin a torchlight procession. This classic story of nature is reproduced in a mini gift edition with beautiful art nouveau illustrations, ideal for little hands.

Format: Hardback
Length: 28 pages
Publication date: 16 March 2023
Publisher: Floris Books


Far, far away in the enchanting Butterfly Kingdom, resides a vibrant and joyous community of butterflies. Among them, the tiny butterfly children are known as chrysalids, eagerly awaiting the day when they will transform into magnificent creatures with wings. The butterfly children cherish their time spent dancing among the fragrant flowers and visiting their younger siblings, the caterpillars. As the first day of spring arrives, a sense of excitement fills the air as countless peacock, swallowtail, cabbage, and red admiral butterflies gather, ready to embark on a mesmerizing torchlight procession. Young readers will be captivated by the charming baby caterpillars and the adventurous butterfly children, gaining a unique and delightful understanding of the fascinating life cycle of a butterfly. Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature have been cherished by generations, with their whimsical tales accompanied by exquisite art nouveau illustrations that depict charming creatures, vibrant plants, and flowers, as well as the magical little folk that inhabit this enchanting world. This delightful mini gift edition of "The Story of the Butterfly Children" showcases Olfers' classic illustrations in a charming small format, perfect for little hands. The Sibylle von Olfers library also offers full-size editions and board books for very young children, allowing them to embark on their own enchanting adventures within the world of butterflies.

Weight: 172g
Dimension: 200 x 148 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782508311

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