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Synopsis
An anthology of story poems, which span the centuries from Robert Browning, Lewis Carroll and Alfred Tennyson, to contemporary favourites such as Roald Dahl. The poems range from the suspense of "The Listeners", to the sadness of "The Pied Piper of Hamelin" and the humour of "The Train to Glasgow".
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About the Author
Berlie Doherty read English at Durham University and worked as a social worker before bringing up her family. In 1978 she became a teacher. Her first book, 'How Green You Are!' was published in 1982, and since then she has written full-time.Nick Maland graduated in English and Drama in 1981. He pursued a career in the theatre and an interest in drawing. He was shortlisted for the Mother Goose Award in 1996 (for Welcome Night) and the Children's Book Award in 1998 (for Brave Whale).
Review
This inspirational collection of story poems, compiled with Berlie Doherty's storyteller's eye, is a quiet delight with both the unexpected and old favourites side by side. * Carousel * Thank heavens ... for ... Berlie Doherty's wonderful gathering of story poems ... The illustrations add greatly to the pleasure of a book which would be a good addition to any school library, offering glimpses into worlds far removed from the classroom. - Adele Geras * Times Educational Supplement * An attractive reminder of the poerm variety and emotional range of narrative verse...It is difficult to imagine a more eloquent sampling that this one * Books For Keeps * 'A wonderfully varied collection, covering a range of moods, situations and styles ... an excellent [collection] and there is plenty for all ages to enjoy. * Children's Book Magazine * A collection of longer poems, cleverly selected by Berlie Doherty, which combine the magic of storytelling and poetry * Carousel *
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- PublisherTRAFALGAR SQUARE +
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 0340689978
- ISBN 13 9780340689974
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages192
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