The Wonder Clock

Howard Pyle (1853-1911) was a popular writer and illustrator know for creating a very distinct style that lead to an entire movement in illustration. Most noted for his fairy tales Pyle predominately wrote and illustrated children's literature though has always had a devoted following from adults alike. In The Wonder Clock Pyle gives us twenty-four stories for twenty-four hours in a day. The range of tales here is vast as we meet a colorful cast of characters—princes ogres ravens and witches all make up this delightful collection of tales from one of the greatest fairy tale authors.