The Nutcracker: A Papercut Pop-Up Book -- Shobhna Patel

<p>The magic of Tchaikovsky's ballet <em>The Nutcracker</em> comes to life in this theatrical pop-up book created by papercut artist Shobhna Patel, whose delicate laser-cut pop-ups will enchant readers young and old. Patel has invented a new paper-engineering technique called the "paperscope," which is used for the first time in this charming book.</p><p>The classic story begins on Christmas Eve when a little girl named Clara and her brother Fritz are gathered around the Christmas tree to celebrate with family and friends. Their mysterious uncle, Drosselmeyer the toy maker, gives Clara a beautiful wooden nutcracker who magically comes to life when the clock strikes midnight. So begins an enchanting adventure featuring all of Tchaikovsky's original characters: the soldier mice, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and of course a handsome prince.</p><p> <em>The Nutcracker</em> is made all the more extraordinary by Patel's intricate laser-cut illustrations. The book features four pop-up paperscopes that spring to life when the reader presses each paperscope down with their hand to reveal the scene hidden within. The effect is one of a magical series of stage sets, recalling the story's origins as a ballet.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Shobhna Patel<br><b>Publisher:</b> Thames & Hudson<br><b>Published:</b> 11/14/2017<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.79lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 12.10h x 6.40w x 0.50d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780500651247<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br>