The Brave Toy Soldier (Paperback edition)

Even though some of the pictures were in black and white, the story and the colored in pictures were beautiful.

The Nutcracker went through hell in back to save the ballerina doll and in the end, they both die in a fire and melted together. Sad and tragic story. worst then Romeo and Juliet. I didn't know the book was going to end like that and made my grandbaby cried. I learn now that I should read the books before I give them to a child.

I really enjoy Fred Crump's books. I love the re-creation of the stories and the great illustrations. I was disappointed by this book because the paper quality of this book is different from other Fred Crump books I have (Jambo and the Beanstalk or Little Red Riding Hood). As a result the illustrations aren't as vivid. I would have been able to get over that, what I could not get over was the fact that some of the pages were color and others were black and white. Not what I expected at all.

I grew up reading Fred Crump Jr. fairy tales as a child. I was looking to complete our collection for my own daughter. This book is wonderful. The pictures are also great. My daughter enjoyed every minute and asks to read it regularly. I wish these books were still in print.

Fred Crump Jr continues to give new life to old favorites. The pictures and colors are simply beautiful. His stories are a must for the young as well as the young at heart. I started collecting Mr Crump's stories some 30+ years ago. Very special!!!

I bought it because I like Fred Trump's illustrations. I look forward to reading to my grandbaby and passing on the joy of reading.

Best series by Fred Crump JR.

Wonderful remake of a classical story where the main characters are people of color.