Synopsis
Reveals the real Thrush Green behind the author's fictional English village, the settling for her popular novels, in a combination of memoirs, sketches of characters real and imagined, and scenes from her books
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Working together since 1955, "Miss Read" (Doris Saint) and artist Goodall have created 31 books about a village in the English Cotswolds. Thrush Green is imaginary, inspired by the author's years in just such a place, among good friends. We find the source of the stories in photos here showing the real village of Wood Green and recognizable prototypes of Miss Read's characters. Additionally, Goodall's nostalgic, colorful paintings vivify the country settings: tranquil fields of flowers, a fairground ablaze with light and excitement and other views that fix the locales in memory. The artist's skilled portraits depict the aptly named "Dotty," eccentric spinster; lazy Albert Piggott; the rich but miserly old Misses Lovelock and others more admirable but not impossibly perfect. All are dear to readers who have met them in Miss Read's sometimes funny, often poignant, always absorbing chronicles.
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The World of Thrush Green
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 1989
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hardcover. Condition: Good. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). Seller Inventory # mon0000438531
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The School at Thrush Green (Thrush Green, Book 9)
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Condition: Acceptable. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). Missing dust jacket; otherwise in excellent condition. Acceptable Condition. Five star seller - Buy with confidence! Seller Inventory # X0395502284X4
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The World of Thrush Green
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Condition: acceptable. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). The dust jacket is torn. Corners are bent. Stains on outside cover inside the book. There are tears on paperback. Spine is twisted bowed. Cover Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CD's, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included. Seller Inventory # 2Y6OIV005XRO_ns
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The World of Thrush Green
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Condition: Good. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 3251464-6
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The World of Thrush Green
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Condition: Acceptable. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). PLEASE NOTE: FORMER LIBRARY COPY. MAY HAVE IDENTIFYING MARKS, STAMPS AND/OR STICKERS, ETC.BOOK HAS WATER DAMAGE AND/OR LIQUID STAINING BUT BOOK REMAINS IN ACCEPTABLE READING CONDITION. Former Library book. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Acceptable reading copy with obvious signs of use, wear, and/or cosmetic issues. Item is complete and remains readable despite notable condition issues. Seller Inventory # F-05-5173
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The World of Thrush Green
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Condition: good. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item for full refund. Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.0395502284.G
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Condition: acceptable. Goodall, John S. (illustrator). Book is considered to be in acceptable condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Book may have one or more of the following defects: noticeable wear on the cover dust jacket or spine; curved, dog eared or creased page s ; writing or highlighting inside or on the edges; sticker s or other adhesive on cover; CD DVD may not be included; and book may be a former library copy. Seller Inventory # SEWV.0395502284.A
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. John S. Goodall (illustrator). 1st Edition. Bound in green with gold print on spine , this 1989 first edition is in near fine condition as is the unclipped ($24.95) dust jacket. Miss Read explores the village setting of her novels in this book beautifully illustrated by John S. Goodall. Seller Inventory # 001076
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WORLD OF THRUSH GREEN
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. GOODALL JOHN (illustrator). FIRST AMERICAN. STATED FIRST AMERICAN EDITION STATED FIRST PRINTING THE FINAL BOOK ABOUT LIFE IN AN IDYLLIC ENGLISH VILLAGE FROM THE THRUSH GREEN SERIES THE AUTHOR EXPLORES THE REAL BACKGROUND TO THE NOVELS THE READER IS ESCORTED ON A PERSONAL TOUR OF THIS OXFORDSHIRE VILLAGE WHERE THE SERIES WAS BASED SOLID CLEAN BRIGHT AND UNMARKED BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED BY JOHN GOODALL JACKET IS BRIGHT COMPLETE AND UNCLIPPED ORIGINAL PRICE 24.95 JACKET PROTECTED BY A MYLAR COVER. Seller Inventory # 010946
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