The Story of the Seashore
- 54 pages
- 2 hours of reading
The seaside holiday is captured in all of its various manifestations from the19th century to the present. Full color.
John S. Goodall Books
John S. Goodall was a British author, watercolour painter, and illustrator, celebrated primarily for his wordless picture books. His works frequently captured the essence of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, establishing him as one of England's most cherished artists. Beyond his own creations, he also provided illustrations for numerous publications and collaborated on books by other writers. Goodall's distinctive style and focus on historical subjects continue to resonate with readers.
Victorians Abroad
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Vivid scenes and vignettes of Victorians abroad show how, despite the inconveniences and the occasional hazards they encountered, these intrepid travellers explored Africa, sailed on the Nile, and frequented fashionable cities and resorts.
An Edwardian Season
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Depicts various aspects of the "season" in Edwardian times when the wealthy classes and aristocrats converged on London for a succession of entertainments at Court, the opera, the races, country estates, etc.
The Year at Thrush Green
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
An enchanting story of village life from the bestselling author of the FAIRACRE series.
The School At Thrush Green
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Nothing can be kept secret for long in Thrush Green...
Celebrations at Thrush Green
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A celebration causes trouble in the village of Thrush Green...
Illustrations without text depict everyday life in an English village during the Edwardian era.
Lavinia's Cottage
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Lavinia's country cottage and grounds appear in drawings with pop-up parts, tabs, and flaps.
Jacko
- 60 pages
- 3 hours of reading
After escaping his organ-grinder master, Jacko, a monkey, embarks on a perilous journey on a sailing ship.
Dorftagebuch Großdruck
- 351 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Aus dem Englischen von Isabella Nadolny Mit Illustrationen von J. S. Goodall dtv großdruck Seit sechs Jahren ist Miss Read Lehrerin in Fairacre. Längst weiß sie, was es heißt, Dorfbewohnerin zu sein, deren Wohlergehen den Nachbarn manchmal allzu sehr am Herzen liegt. Und doch findet sie es gar nicht so lustig, wenn ihr Name ständig mit einem Mann in Zusammenhang gebracht wird, der sich erst vor kurzem hier angesiedelt hat.
Le livre à remonter le temps
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Des illustrations sans texte contrastent la vie des serviteurs et de leurs employeurs du Moyen Âge à nos jours. Les illustrations comportent un rabat de demi-page qui crée une nouvelle image lorsqu'il est retourné.
Die Überraschung
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
