The Little Red Hen: A Deliciously Funny Flap Book
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This issue’s cover illustration is from Terry Deary’s The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King, illustrated by Helen Flook, from A & C Black’s ‘Tudor Tales’ series. Terry Deary is discussed by Sue Unstead. Thanks to A & C Black for their help with this July cover.
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The Little Red Hen: A Deliciously Funny Flap Book
Allen's dynamically vibrant line and crosshatching together with his vibrant palette convey character and mood with seemingly effortless aplomb in this witty flap book. The sloth, suspicion, greed and selfishness of the Little Red Hen's farmyard friends who have no time to help contrast amusingly with the indignation of the field mice who provide a commentary on events. As ever, Allen's use of the flap is organic to his visual narrative, moving the story briskly and entertainingly forward. A treat.
