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John S. Goodall

    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.

    Lavinia's Cottage
    An Edwardian Summer
    Celebrations at Thrush Green
    The School At Thrush Green
    The Year at Thrush Green
    An Edwardian Season
    • 2008
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    • 1982

      Lavinia's country cottage and grounds appear in drawings with pop-up parts, tabs, and flaps.

      Lavinia's Cottage
    • 1979

      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.

      An Edwardian Season
    • 1976

      Illustrations without text depict everyday life in an English village during the Edwardian era.

      An Edwardian Summer