Edward Ardizzone was an English artist, writer, and illustrator, primarily recognized for his captivating children's books. His work is distinguished by a unique artistic sensibility and a narrative approach that appeals to young readers and adults alike. Ardizzone crafted worlds that resonate with imagination and warmth. His contributions to children's literature and illustration have cemented his legacy as a significant figure in the field.
Bored with his schoolwork, Tim is longing to be at sea again when who should appear but his old friend, Captain McFee! On board ship, Tim befriends Ginger, the first ship' s boy. When mischievous Ginger gets into trouble, Tim must use all of his resourcefulness to come to the rescue.
A collection of poems first published in 1913, describing the capers of fairies, princes, beasts, children, witches, farmers, and kings.
Tim and Ginger are working cabin boys on the S.S. Royal Fusilier when they find a puppy in one of the lifeboats. They decide to call him Towser and smuggle him on board, avoiding the watchful eyes of Captain Piper, who hates dogs. But as time goes on, Towser grows bigger and bigger...
Tim arrives home after a long holiday to find that his parents have vanished. He is determined to search, if necessary, the whole wide world, until he has found them. Winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal
Mr Potter is a proud shopkeeper with a busy shop, until one day a big superstore opens across the street. The new store has a delivery service so Mr Potter employs an old little horse bus to deliver his wares. But when the superstore's delivery cart is stolen there is only one little horse bus to save the day!
Eager to go to sea, Tim and his friend Ginger are delighted to join the Claribel on a voyage, but when disaster strikes, the boys have to help out, Tim on the bridge and Ginger in the galley.
A young boy wants to be a sailor, but his parents say he is much too young. Tim grabs the chance to stow away on a steamer, but little does he expect the hard work, stormy sea and sinking ship to come.
A beautifully illustrated picture book filled with fun and memories from Dylan Thomas's own childhood. Age 8+
The Collected Tales of Nurse Matilda
The incorrigible Brown children, who devour nannies, nurse-maids, and governesses, finally meet their match.
Barney is a solitary eight-year-old, given to wandering off by himself. One day he tumbles over, lands in a sort of cave, and meets' somebody with shaggy hair wearing a rabbit-skin and speaking in grunts. He names him Stig. They together raid the rubbish dump at the bottom of the pit, improve Stig's cave dwelling, and enjoy a series of adventures.
