Princess Sophie, the spirited young heroine of this adapted tale from
the Brothers Grimm, finds herself faced with an incredible challenge and
some lessons to learn. She had forgotten her departed mother's warning
to temper loyalty and strength with a compassionate heart. Antagonized
by Sophie's resentful words, her powerful new stepmother turns Sophie's
six brothers into swans and sets her the task of saving them. Will
Sophie succeed in helping her brothers? Can she spin six shirts made
from the thorny thistle, while never speaking a word, even in her
defense? And what will happen when King Yoren captures Sophie and takes
her prisoner? Featuring stunning artwork by renowned illustrator Kim
Jacobs, her retelling of this classic Brothers Grimm fairytale also
contains an author's note with fascinating details on family heraldry
and mute swans.