The Adventures of Pinocchio

Follow the curious steps of a mischievous puppet who dreamed of becoming a real boy in C. Collodi’s The Adventures of Pinocchio – presented here in its original, unabridged form and featuring over 80 majestic illustrations by Charles Copeland.When the lonely woodcarver Geppetto receives a magical piece of wood, he gives life to a puppet named Pinocchio, hoping he will finally have a son of his own for company. But the old man’s dream never comes to life, as Pinocchio disobeys Geppetto and runs away from his workshop looking for trouble. Curious and restless, young Pinocchio hates school and studying, and even though he is made of wood, he dreams of becoming a real boy. He explores the small town he calls home to find greed and temptation at every corner. But the worst is yet to come for the small puppet… Pinocchio soon falls for the tricks of the cunning duo, the Fox and the Cat, who convince the unsuspecting puppet to plant his coins in the Field of Miracles and attempt to hang Pinocchio to claim his gold. Just as Pinocchio's fate seems sealed, a Fairy with Azure Hair intervenes, offering him a chance to become a real boy if he proves himself worthy. But how will the reckless puppet manage to stay away from mischief? The magic of C. Collodi’s writing lives on through The Adventures of Pinocchio ** like you’ve never seen before in this stunning edition. Inside, you’ll 80+ vivid illustrations by Maine’s celebrated artist, Charles Copeland.A smart quiz to relive the adventures of Pinocchio after reading.A centerpiece cover for your collection.Carefully formatted pages for a comfortable reading experience, perfect for young and old readers alike. ** The Adventures of Pinocchio will become your favorite story of the year, full of nostalgia, adventure, and the meaning of growing up, making mistakes, and learning from them.