A joy to read and reread, Kenneth Grahame's story of children is not a book designed purely for young readers. Thoughtful short stories about five endearing and creative siblings growing up in late Victorian England, the charming vignettes gently probe differences between children's and adults' perceptions of the world.
These youngsters are particularly confounded by the actions of adults they perceive as stiff and colorless, with no vital interests or pursuits, and who lead apparently aimless lives. Young Harold, in sharp contrast, loves to play muffin-man, shaking a noiseless bell while selling invisible confections to imaginary customers. Brother Edward likes to crouch in a ditch where he becomes a grizzly bear and springs out in front of his shrieking brothers and sisters.
Grahame's enchanting reminiscences and inventions, based in part on his own Victorian childhood, are enhanced by the delightful illustrations of renowned American artist Maxfield Parrish. The book is a joyful work that parents will delight in reading along with their children.
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Parrish, Maxfield (illustrator). Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 10125212-6
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Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Parrish, Maxfield (illustrator). Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 18991383-20
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Parrish, Maxfield (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.35. Seller Inventory # G0486443655I3N00
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Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Parrish, Maxfield (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_397600691
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Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
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Seller: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germany
Condition: Hervorragend. Parrish, Maxfield (illustrator). Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 124 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher. Seller Inventory # 2444583/1
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