The Nutcracker

A Papercut Pop-Up Book

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When the clock strikes midnight, Clara's nutcracker toy takes her on a magical journey

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When the clock strikes midnight, Clara's nutcracker toy takes her on a magical journey. Mice become soldiers, candy canes transform into dancers and an enchanted castle emerges out of the mist.

In this exquisitely crafted book inspired by Tchaikovsky's ballet, familiar scenes are brought to life by Shobhna Patel's intricate lasercut pop-up illustrations.
Edition type: First edition
Extent: 32 pp
Format: PLC (no jacket)
Publication date: 2017-10-19
Size: 16.5 x 29.7 cm
ISBN: 9780500651247

Press Reviews

Beautiful … unique … Tchaikovsky’s ballet dances through the pages as the magnificent art arises from within … a magical reading experience
Absolutely Mama

The papercut pop-ups are a true piece of art
Magpie That

Breathtaking … enchanting … simply stunning
Junior magazine

Ornate landscapes are brought to life in exquisite paper-cut pages
Little London magazine

About the Author

Shobhna Patel is a papercut artist, paper engineer and illustrator. She graduated from De Montfort University in 2012 and has designed book covers and created papercut work for a variety of clients including Egmont, Walker Books and Bonnier.

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