Red Riding Hood
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Once upon a time there was a village child who was so pretty--so pretty as never was seen. The good woman, her mother, made the child a little hood of scarlet flannel. Wherever she went she wore it; and the folks called her "Little Red Riding Hood."
Told with Beatrix Potter's trademark forthright narration and wry observations, this unique take on the popular tale is sure to become as popular as her original stories. Award-winning illustrator Helen Oxenbury's illustrations complement the original text with moments of beauty, tension, and humor.
Beatrix Potter
Beatrix Potter (1866–1943) was an English children’s book writer, best known for her Peter Rabbit series. Born to a wealthy family in England, Beatrix did not go to school and instead stayed at home, spending much of her time drawing and creating stories based on animals. In her twenties, Beatrix attempted to get her children’s book and illustrations published. Finally, in 1902, The Tale of Peter Rabbit was published, selling over 28,000 copies the first year. This series brought her fame and wealth. Potter went on to write twenty-three books. These works have had a profound impact on illustrated children’s books to this day.
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