The Nutcracker (The Essential Christmas Classics Collection)

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When Maria is given a nutcracker by her mysterious Godfather Drosselmeier, it seems like an ordinary gift. But as the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve, she finds her nutcrac ker embroiled in a fight with a sinister Mouse King—no ordinary toy after all, but a cursed hero. Together, they embark on a fantastical journey, encountering a host of charming characters.Filled with Christmas magic and festive scenes full of presents, sugarplums, and gingerbread, this imaginative classic has been a part of annual holiday celebrations for generations. Author : E. T. A. Hoffmann Paperback : 128 pages Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 4 Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8-12 years Show more