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Shobhna Patel, 2017
This edition offers an exquisite retelling of Tchaikovsky’s ballet, The Nutcracker, brought to life through an innovative pop-up technique. Papercut artist Shobhna Patel utilizes a new paper-engineering method called the “paperscope,” creating delicate, laser-cut illustrations. The book unfolds the classic Christmas Eve story of Clara and her brother Fritz, their mysterious uncle, and the magical nutcracker that comes alive at midnight. Readers will journey through an enchanting adventure with familiar characters from the ballet.