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The Pied Piper of Hamelin

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Children's BooksFairy Tales
Pages
32
Published
2001
Language
English

Synopsis

The town of Hamelin faces a severe rat infestation until a mysterious piper arrives, offering to rid the village of the pests for a fee. When the grateful villagers refuse to honor their agreement after the rats are gone, the piper exacts a chilling revenge by luring away their children with his enchanting music.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

CreepyDark
RevengeBetrayalQuest

Genres

Children's Books Fairy Tales Folklore

Authors

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Adèle Geras

Adèle Geras is an author known for her imaginative retellings of classic stories. Her work includes The Pied Piper of Hamelin, which offers a fresh take on the familiar tale. Readers enjoy her engaging style and unique perspective.

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Emma Chichester Clark

Emma Chichester Clark writes and illustrates popular children's books. She is known for her versions of classic stories like "Pinocchio" and "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," alongside her own series about Melrose and Croc.

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Ian Beck

Ian Beck is a beloved author of children's books, known for his imaginative retellings like "The Pied Piper of Hamelin." He also writes fantasy adventures in the "Tom Trueheart" series and charming magical princess stories.

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Kimberley Reynolds

Kimberley Reynolds is the author behind the classic tale Thumbelina. She's known for her charming and imaginative children's stories.

Characters

Pied PiperProtagonist
Villagers of HamelinAntagonist
Children of HamelinSupporting
RatsSupporting
All characters in The Pied Piper of Hamelin