Katie: Katie's London Christmas - Hardcover

Mayhew, James

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 140833657X ISBN 13: 9781408336571

Publisher: Orchard Books

Synopsis

This beautiful slipcased edition of Katie's festive and fun adventure makes this the ideal Christmas gift. Christmas is a magical time of year, when absolutely anything incredible can happen. So when Katie and Jack are woken up late on Christmas Eve by a loud sneeze, little do they realise that they are about to embark on the most amazing evening! Soon they are flying high across London, over snow-dusted landmarks, through the star-scattered sky with the one and only Father Christmas, in his sleigh, with his magical reindeer! But can they help Father Christmas to deliver all his presents and be back in time for Christmas morning? This special slipcase edition of the story is illustrated with James's extraordinarily beautiful artwork and features some of London's best sights, including: Big Ben Buckingham Palace Covent Garden Trafalgar Square And many more landmarks The foiled cover will add that extra bit of Christmas sparkle to make the book utterly irresistible!

About this title

About the Author:

James Mayhew studied at Maidstone College of Art and his first children's book, Katie's Picture Show was published in 1989. It's been firmly in print ever since, recognised universally as the original and best introduction to art for children. Many more titles have followed, and the series sells in museums and galleries all over the world, from the Met in New York, to the Uffizi in Florence, the Louvre in Paris and beyond. He is also the creator of the much-loved Ella Bella Ballerina series, and many other titles. Alongside his work in publishing, James has devised and performed in a hugely successful series of concerts for children, combining live classical music, storytelling and live art. From Peter and the Wolf, to Scheherazade, James has worked internationally with many different orchestras and musicians, creating illustrations in time to music. James grew up in Suffolk but now lives in Hertfordshire.

Review:

Wonderful... magical... the foiled cover and magical illustrations of London in all her festive glory make this book the perfect Christmas gift. Parents in Touch Much to see in each page spread that children will be enthralled and wrapped up in this book for many readings... brilliant stuff. Read It Daddy! A charming story, beautifully illustrated in James Mayhew's distinctive style. The rich panoramic views of London make this book a feast for the eyes. Carousel Ideal for the night before, or after, Christmas. New Statesman James Mayhew has been entertaining youngsters with his Katie series for 25 years. Daily Express Wonderfully Christmassy... simply beautiful. Books for Keeps Extraordinary... all the hallmarks of a magical London Christmas. The School Run A beautifully starry, sparkly view of the capital. Daily Express A charming story, beautifully illustrated in James Mayhew's distinctive style... a feast for the eyes. Carousel Beautifully illustrated. Ham & High A lovely story with stunning illustrations... sure to enthrall young readers. Families A fabulously festive story... beautifully illustrated. A firm family favourite. Aldershot News and Mail Enchanting. Evening Echo

About this edition

• Publisher: Orchard Books
• ISBN 10: 140833657X
• ISBN 13: 9781408336571
• Binding: Hardcover