The story of a naughty wooden puppet who has a penchant for lying and dreams of becoming a real
boy The Adventures of Pinocchio has entered our collective imagination and fascinated
generations of young and adult readers since its first publication in 1883. Part fable part
coming-of-age novel part cautionary tale Pinocchio's rollicking exploits through an
unforgiving and often incomprehensible world - populated by unforgettable characters such as
the Talking Cricket Candlewick Mangiafuoco and the Fairy with Turquoise Hair - have had a
profound impact on our culture and attained universal significance as a mirror of the human
condition. Here presented in a brand-new and lively translation by Stephen Parkin and
illustrated beautifully by Peter Bailey this edition of The Adventures of Pinocchio brings
extra sparkle to one of the greatest and most celebrated works of children's literature.
