Retold by Ana Maria Machado, recipient of the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award and one of the most widely translated voices in children’s literature, this fresh adaptation of the Brothers Grimm classic combines humor, oral storytelling, and a distinctly Brazilian narrative voice. Drawing on childhood memories of stories told by her parents and grandparents, Machado enriches the original tale with vivid details about fabrics, tailoring, and the craft of making clothes, introducing contemporary readers to a profession that has become increasingly unfamiliar.

Bruno Nunes’s illustrations play a central role in the storytelling. Rich in color, movement, and unexpected perspectives, they expand the narrative beyond the written text, revealing visual details that reward careful observation. The giant characters are rendered with particular ingenuity: readers often see only enormous hands or feet, allowing imagination to complete the picture. The graphic design also contributes to the humor, including visual elements that continue the story beyond the text itself. Through the seamless interaction of words and images, The Valiant Tailor transforms a timeless folk tale into a dynamic and engaging reading experience for today’s readers.