Overview
French artist Benjamin Lacombe has created stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork to illustrate the pages of Hans Christian Andersenās original tale about a young mermaid who makes a devastating deal with a sea witch and transforms into a human, only to end up heartbroken, lose the deal, and lose her life. The bookās illustrations and design are unique, captivating, and unexpectedly haunting, appealing to adult fans of Benjamin Lacombe and the pop surrealist movement as well as a younger audience, especially with the upcoming nostalgia-fueled remake of Disneyās The Little Mermaid.
In addition to Hans Christian Andersenās classic story, the book also includes additional pages featuring Andersenās unrequited love letters to Edvard Collins and a postface by Lacombe with historical biography and context. In an essay, Lacombe explores LGBTQ themes in Hans Christian Andersenās life. Frustrated with the overly feminine depictions of the storyās protagonist throughout history, Lacombe has created an androgynous mermaid to showcase the classic tale in a new light.
This book title, The Little Mermaid - 9781419771996, ISBN: 9781419771996, by Benjamin Lacombe, Hans Christian Andersen, published by Harry N. Abrams (August 29, 2023) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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