A Treasury of Ballet Stories Four Captivating Retellings

By: Caryl Hart

Published by Pan Macmillan, 2026-06-23

Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.

Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses, and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic, and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.

With its gold foil cover, jewel-like colors, and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tales, and a glorious celebration of story, dance, and theater. A book to treasure and share.

Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird, and The Nutcracker.