This beautiful edition is in near fine condition—tight, square, and unmarked, with pages that appear unread. King of Magic, Man of Glass: A German Folk Tale is a children's book written by Judith Kinter and illustrated by Dirk Zimmer, first published in 1998. Adapted from a traditional German folk tale, the story imparts timeless lessons about contentment and the dangers of greed. Zimmer's evocative illustrations—rendered in cross-hatched ink and watercolor—bring the Black Forest setting and its characters vividly to life, enriching the book's atmosphere. Celebrated for both its storytelling and visual artistry, this edition presents a compelling and memorable retelling of a classic tale.