As a princess, Elizabeth is used to the finer things in life and when she is in need of saving. Where usually a knight in shiny armor is needed, she proves that girls can do anything boys can do if not better. She shows that being wise is far more valuable than strength, and a happily ever after doesn't necessarily end with the princess finding her prince.
Lines: The lines throughout the story are constantly adding movement and shadows to the entire story. Such as the movement effect with the clouds and the shadow effect with the characters and trees. It also looks as if all the lines were done in pen or a dark pencil.
Color: The entire book has a light watercolor look which helps soften the lines in the illustrations.
Characters: Elizabeth shows that a man doesn’t always have to be the “knight in shiny armor.” She also exhibits intelligence and whit when tricking the dragon. This is a true testament to girls everywhere that you can also do things that are more geared towards boys and it be okay or normal.
Theme: The theme to me wasn’t obvious, but conveyed that a “happily ever after” doesn’t always end with a prince charming to be happy.
Munch, R. 2012. The Paper Bag Princess. New York: Annick Press.
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