Publisher's Synopsis
Struwwelpeter: Or Merry Rhymes And Funny Pictures is a children's book written and illustrated by Heinrich Hoffmann in 1845. The book contains a collection of cautionary tales that are meant to teach children about the consequences of misbehaving. The stories feature characters such as Struwwelpeter, who refuses to groom himself and suffers the consequences of being unkempt, and Harriet, who plays with matches and sets herself on fire.The book is known for its dark and often gruesome illustrations, which have been criticized for being too scary for young children. However, it has also been praised for its humor and creativity, and has become a classic of children's literature.This edition of Struwwelpeter was published in 1903 and includes the original text and illustrations. It is a fascinating glimpse into the world of children's literature in the 19th century, and a reminder of the enduring power of storytelling to teach and entertain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
