Stunning is definitely the best word to describe this book that is bulging with superb illustrations that complement the moving story by Kenneth Grahame of Ratty, Moley and of course the irascible Toad.
It is part of the Walker Illustrated Classics, a new series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated by some of today's finest artists. These exquisitely designed books, with their magnificent words and glorious pictures, are a pleasure to read - and re-read. The classics have never looked so good.
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A word from the Illustrator, Inga Moore: 'Anyone who has ever read The Wind in the Willows knows how delightful it is to get lost, even for an hour or two, in the world within its pages. Illustrating the book, of course, takes a lot longer. In my case it took over two years, two wonderful years spent in the company of Ratty, Mole, Mr Badger and The Toad. As I worked I found myself thinking more about their creator, Kenneth Garhame. Perhaps this is inevitable when you go deeply into a work, but I like to think it was also because I share his love of the English countryside. Searching there for inspiration for my illustrations, it was as if I had - even if it was just for a while - come upon a common spring.' Twelve large format paperback classic children's books illustrated by today's finest artists will be published this year, perfect for building the definitive children's classic library: The Wind in the Willows - January Classic Poetry - February Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - March The Secret Garden - April The Jungle Book - May Alice through the Looking Glass - June Moby-Dick - July Tales of Hans Christian Andersen - August A Christmas Carol - September Classic Fairy Tales - October Gulliver's Travels - November Pinocchio - December
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Wind in the Willows - Illustrated Edition and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-6 years old
The Wind in the Willows - Illustrated Edition features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations
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The Wind in the Willows - Illustrated Edition was written by Kenneth Grahame and published by Walker Books Ltd