The Cajun Nutcracker

by Chara Mock

Based on the classic E.T.A. Hoffmann tale, this story takes place outside of New Iberia, Louisiana, on Bayou Teche. Young Merrae dances to the sound of Zydeco music and eats gumbo during her family's festive Christmas fete. When her godfather, Parrain Comeaux, arrives, he presents the children with gifts, including a Nutcracker for Merrae.

Later that night, she awakens to find herself surrounded by the Alligator King and his swarm of nutria...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589809785
• ISBN13: 9781589809789
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.8" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3