Peter and the Wolf

Prokofiev's words are illustrated in a quasi-Russian-primitive style by Erna Voigt. Two styles of double page spread are alternated. One contains the text, a small illustration, a picture of the appropriate musical instrument and a line of music - the latest theme; the other is simply a double page illustration. The large picture illustrates the previous two pages and so stimulates much discussion. My consumer research shows that this mixed layout is very attractive, especially to reluctant readers (and with the possibility of reading along with the record there is considerable potential here). This is an attractive way to present a perennially successful story. These small books, which prove difficult to open at first, are glued and sewn. They should withstand quite a bit of wear. A worthwhile addition to a library or music corner.