Little Grey Rabbits Christmas - Hardcover

Uttley, Alison.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1783706724 ISBN 13: 9781783706723

Publisher: Templar Publishing, 2016

Synopsis

Alison Uttley's story of Little Grey Rabbit's Christmas was first published in 1939 and has more than stood the test of time, rating amongst the great classics of our time, loved by millions, and winning over new readers every day.

This striking 60th-anniversary edition of the classic story combines the magic of Alison Uttley's storytelling and Margaret Tempest's divine illustrations, conjuring up the true spirit of Christmas past and present in a stylish and utterly irresistible book.

A stunning recreation of all that is good in Little Grey Rabbit's world, with carol singers, mince pies, sprigs of holly and blazing hearths bringing a warmth and delectability to the life of Little Grey Rabbit and his adorable friends, this special edition of the classic tale would make the perfect gift for any child--or indeed any adult--who takes pleasure in a good, old-fashioned, heart-warming story.

A great book for adults to read along with young children, and for older children who are just starting to read alone. (Age 4 and over) --Susan Harrison

About this title

About the Author

The Alison Uttley Literary Property Trust and the Trustees of the Estate of the Late Margaret Mary Mears (Author) Alison Uttley (1884-1976) said of her characters,"Why do children love them? Because I believe in them."She grew up at Castle Top Farm in Derbyshire, and her passion for the countryside comes across vividly in her timeless Little Grey Rabbit stories. Margaret Tempest (Illustrator) (1892-1982) illustrated these classic tales with such vitality that the characters come to life with warmth and wit. Her partnership with Alison Uttley lasted for forty years.

Review

'reissued with text sensitively abridged for a modern audience' * The Bookseller * 'Its lovely to see these children's classics brought to a new generation with bright, eye-catching covers, which still feature the original illustrations by Margaret Tempest. The characters are beautifully portrayed and everyone will have their favourite. The pace of the stories is gentle and they make perfect bedtime reading. Collect the series (Templar are reissuing the first four) and they will become family favourites. I still have a collection bought when my children were little.' * Parents in Touch * 'This newly published festive book will delight.' * Small Furry Pets * 'This neat little hardback edition of the classic story would itself make a lovely gift. It is full of old-fashioned charm and pictures of the kind of Christmas one would like to believe might once have existed.' -- Jane Sandell * The Scotsman *

Edition details

• Publisher: Templar Publishing
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1783706724
• ISBN 13: 9781783706723
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Tempest Margaret
• Number of pages: 48