Spin straw into gold and outwit a tricky goblin in this illustrated picture book edition of Rumpelstiltskin. What is more precious than gold?

When a pretty young woman’s father brags that she can spin straw into gold, the king takes her prisoner and demands that she do as her father promised! But a mysterious little man appears and agrees to help her in exchange for a necklace, a ring, and then, her firstborn child. Can she discover the goblin’s name before it’s too late?

Young readers don’t need to grow up to uncover the riddle of the Grimm Brothers’ Rumpelstiltskin. Crafted for young audiences by Peter Clover and Robert Dunn, this stunning adaptation brings the classic fairy tale to life. Beautiful illustrations throughout and foil on the cover make this a book to cherish for a lifetime.

Give your child the world’s greatest characters and stories—now in picture book format. With beautiful art and fresh storytelling, Classic Stories introduces young readers to timeless literature, from favorite folktales to beloved novels. Collect all 17 classic stories!