One of my favorite renditions of Snow White is Snow White in New York by Fiona French, now a classic, first published in 1987. It won the Kate Greenaway Medal for good reason. It is a clever rendition of the tale. My favorite element is the appearance of the famous magic mirror as The New York Mirror, a newspaper, which declares Snow White the belle of New York City. What a perfect and apt modern rendition of the mirror's function in the story, very poignant in our day of media and social media impact.
I also love the art deco illustrations and style. It's a unique take on the story, beautifully illustrated. I've included a few illustrations below.
Book description from the publisher:
Pulsating with the rhythm and vibrancy of the Jazz Age, this dazzling picture book is set in New York City in the 1920s. The story may be familiar, but the cast of characters will surprise you. Snow White is a beautiful jazz baby, protected by seven hot jazzmen. Instead of a wicked stepmother, her arch-enemy is the Queen of the Underworld. And her Prince Charming is a crack reporter from the New York Mirror. The breezy and clever text complements the style and color of the art deco illustrations, making this a picture book of astonishing originality.
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