The Land of Long Ago

A whimsical journey through a fairy tale world

Elsa Beskow author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Floris Books

Published:23rd Sep '10

Should be back in stock very soon

The Land of Long Ago cover

In The Land of Long Ago, siblings Kelly and Kai are transported to a magical realm where they encounter princesses, knights, and trolls on an unforgettable adventure.

In The Land of Long Ago, siblings Kelly and Kai embark on an enchanting adventure when a playful gnome breathes life into their beloved tree trunk, transforming it into a dragon. This magical occurrence transports them to a fantastical realm filled with princesses, knights, and trolls, where their imaginations come to life in ways they never dreamed possible. The children, who often pretend their tree trunk is various creatures, find themselves riding the old tree dragon into an extraordinary journey.

As they navigate the Land of Long Ago, Kelly and Kai encounter a lovely princess in need of rescue and a valiant knight who requires their assistance. Their bravery and cleverness are put to the test as they face the cunning king of the trolls, who poses challenges that require quick thinking and teamwork. The bond between the siblings grows stronger as they work together to overcome obstacles in this whimsical world.

However, the adventure is not without its dangers. The old tree dragon's life hangs in the balance, and the children must find a way to ensure their magical companion can safely return them home. The Land of Long Ago is a charming fairy tale by Elsa Beskow, beautifully illustrated in her signature style, capturing the essence of childhood wonder and the power of imagination.

'I would recommend this fairy tale with its classic pictures for young people aged 3 to 6 years, and it is very enjoyable to read it out loud.'
-- Corinna Spellerberg, Education Otherwise

'Elsa captures the magic of childhood beautifully.'
-- Juno, Winter 2010

'A beloved Swedish tale, literally from long ago, is now published in English … The illustrations have the lovely faded texture of a well-worn and oft-read story, with soft colors and edges and static tableaux. The particular images of princess and knight, dragon and meadow, sheep and garden echo antecedents in medieval manuscripts and in 19th-century book illustration … An old-fashioned telling with definite contemporary appeal.'
-- Kirkus Review

ISBN: 9780863157714

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 359g

32 pages