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Edward Ardizzone

    October 16, 1900 – November 8, 1979

    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.

    Sarah and Simon and No Red Paint
    Tim's Friend Towser
    Peacock Pie
    Tim to the Rescue
    Indian diary 1952 - 53
    Sketches for Friends
    • 2016

      The Wrong Side of the Bed

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      One morning Johnny gets out of the wrong side of the bed, and his day goes from bad to worse. Is there anything he can do to end his day happily?

      The Wrong Side of the Bed
    • 2015

      Tim to the Rescue

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      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.

      Tim to the Rescue
    • 2015

      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

      Tim All Alone
    • 2015
    • 2015

      Tim's Friend Towser

      • 56 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      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's Friend Towser
    • 2011

      Sarah and Simon live with their father and mother and their baby brother in a big room called a studio. Their father is an artist, and he is busy painting his masterpiece. When it is finished, they will become rich and famous, but in the meantime they are poor, yet very happy.

      Sarah and Simon and No Red Paint
    • 2005

      Nanny McPhee

      The Collected Tales of Nurse Matilda

      The incorrigible Brown children, who devour nannies, nurse-maids, and governesses, finally meet their match.

      Nanny McPhee
    • 2003

      Stig of the Dump

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      3.9(9907)Add rating

      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.

      Stig of the Dump
    • 2002

      Sketches for Friends

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.6(11)Add rating

      The book features a collection of letters, envelopes, and illustrations by a talented artist known for infusing his correspondence with whimsical sketches and charming vignettes. Each piece is crafted with a playful yet skilled approach to outline, wash, and color, showcasing his unique artistic flair. The letters reveal a personal touch, reflecting his affection for family and friends through humor and creativity.

      Sketches for Friends
    • 2000

      Pinky Pye

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      In Pinky Pye, the Pye family adds another member. A furious black kitten abandoned on their doorstep endears itself to the whole family--even Ginger--and foreshadows another addition to the Pye family that will change their lives forever.

      Pinky Pye