Pinocchio
Age 5+
Picture Books
Pinocchio, a little wooden puppet carved out of a piece of wood by the old carpenter Geppetto, longs to be a real
boy. But Pinocchio has a lot to learn as he embarks on many naughty, mischievous and challenging adventures, before he can truly become a good little boy.
Creators
Fulvio Testa is one of Italy's most distinguished artists and illustrators and has had many exhibitions in the United States and Europe. In addition to his own prize-winning titles, he has illustrated books by authors such as Anthony Burgess and Gianni Rodari.
Carlo Collodi was the pen name if Carlo Lorenzini who was born in Florence in 1826. The son of a cook and a servant, he began his writing career as a journalist before turning to children's stories. He died in 1890, unaware of the international success that his creation Pinocchio would eventually enjoy.
Geoffrey Brock is the prizewinning translator of works by Cesare Pavese, Umberto Eco, Roberto Calasso, and others. He teaches creative writing and translation at the University of Arkansas.
Reviews
Fulvio Testa’s illustrations capture the jaunty tone of the storytelling.
Guardian, Best Children's Books for Christmas 2012
A stunning new edition. The illustrations will have you transfixed . . . It would make a lovely present.
Angels & Urchins
Vivid illustrations…a huge cast of colourful characters. They make the Disney images look very wooden.
Books for Keeps
Handsomely produced volume.
Irish Times
