Shining Soul x British Library
Fantasy Childhood Dream Collection Cards - The first authorized collectible card series with 20+ beloved children's literature works
The Challenge
In an increasingly digital age, how do you reconnect adults with the magic and wonder of childhood literature? The British Library, home to one of the world's most comprehensive collections of children's books and illustrations, sought to create a meaningful bridge between their historic literary treasures and contemporary audiences. The challenge was to transform centuries of beloved children's stories into a tangible, collectible format that would reignite the joy of childhood imagination while preserving the artistic integrity of these timeless illustrations. This marked the first time the British Library had authorized a collectible card series, requiring careful curation to ensure each piece honored both the literary heritage and the emotional connection people have with their childhood favorites.
Our Solution
ARTiSTORY, in partnership with Shining Soul and the British Library, created the Fantasy Childhood Dream Collection Cards - a meticulously curated gift box featuring over 20 well-known children's literature works with 190+ reprinted original illustrations. Each card serves as a portal to beloved stories, featuring authentic historical illustrations from classics like Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, The Secret Garden, and many more treasured tales. The collection transforms the British Library's precious manuscripts and first-edition illustrations into accessible, collectible art pieces that invite everyone to rediscover childhood innocence. The elegant gift box presentation makes these literary treasures perfect for sharing across generations, creating new traditions around storytelling and imagination.
A Historic First for British Library
This collaboration marks a significant milestone as the first time the British Library has authorized a collectible card series. This unprecedented partnership demonstrates the institution's commitment to making literary heritage accessible to new audiences while maintaining the highest standards of curatorial excellence.
The authorization process involved careful selection from the British Library's vast collection of children's literature, ensuring each illustration represents the finest examples of literary art and storytelling tradition.
Featured Children's Literature Classic
Over 20 Beloved Stories, 190+ Original Illustrations
The Fantasy Childhood Dream Collection brings together the most cherished children's literature from the British Library's extensive archives. Each work was selected for its enduring impact on childhood imagination and its artistic significance in the history of children's book illustration.
From Victorian fairy tales to early 20th-century adventures, this collection spans generations of storytelling excellence, featuring original illustrations by renowned artists who helped define the visual language of childhood literature.
Little Red Riding Hood
Follow the brave little girl in her red cape through the dark forest in this timeless cautionary tale. The collection features enchanting original illustrations that capture the innocence and danger of this beloved fairy tale, showcasing the iconic red hood, the cunning wolf, and the protective woodsman in their eternal story of courage and wisdom. This classic tale has captivated children for generations with its themes of caution, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil, making it a perfect centerpiece for the Fantasy Childhood Dream Collection.
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