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The Spider and the Fly

Average rating
5 out of 5
Based on 74 Ratings and 74 Reviews

Book Description
'Will you walk into my parlour, said the Spider to the Fly ...' is one of the most recognised and quoted first lines in all of English verse. But how many of you know how the tale actually ends? Join celebrated artist Tony DiTerlizzi as he shines a 1920's film noir cinematic spotlight on Mary Howitt's 173 year old classic poem, warning us against those who would use sweet words to hide their not-s... More
Book Information
PublisherSimon and Schuster Books for Young Readers
BindingHardcover (19 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages40
ISBN-10B0012F29OM
Publication Date10/01/2002
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About Mary Howitt (Author) : Mary Howitt is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Mary Howitt include The Spider and the Fly.
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About Tony DiTerlizzi (Illustrator) : Tony DiTerlizzi is a published author and an illustrator of children's books. Some of the published credits of Tony DiTerlizzi include A Giant Problem (Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles), The Nixie's S... more
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9/16/2010 Joseph Beekman said: Awesome inspiration! Great read!
tags: I recommend

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12/12/2008 Klairanda Heestand said: One of the best books to read to your little girl whom you never want to be fooled by some silly boy's flattering meanigless lies. The illustrations captivate children even though they are done in black and white there is definatly no need for color to get a child to truly love this book.
tags: I recommend

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10/14/2008 D.M. Cunningham said: Tony DiTerlizzi is amazing artist. I love his work and it is such a huge inspiration to me as a writer. Check this one out!
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8/4/2007 Little Willow tagged as: I Read

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7/28/2007 Tracy O'Daniel

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4/9/2007 Little Willow tagged as: I Read

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