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Steam in the Willows: Premium Colour Edition - Hardcover

Grahame, Kenneth

 
9780994420121: Steam in the Willows: Premium Colour Edition
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0994420129 ISBN 13: 9780994420121
Verlag: Woven Lines Illustration, 2015

Inhaltsangabe

‘Mole suddenly flung down his brush and said "Bother!" and "O blow!" and also "Hang spring-cleaning!"...’ So begins one of the greatest children’s stories ever written: a rebellion against drudgery that sets in motion a timeless tale of friendship and adventure. Join Mole, Ratty, Mr. Badger and Toad in this classic story,and see them brought to life in a new way. With original full-colour illustrations by Krista Brennan printed in high quality premium colour, Kenneth Grahame's Wind in the Willows is woven with elements from the modern-day revival of artisanal craftsmanship, maker culture and the steampunk movement to create this brand new edition.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Kenneth Grahame, born in Edinburgh in 1859, faced early hardship after his mother's death and his father's struggles. Raised by his grandmother in England, he found solace in nature, often boating along the Thames with his siblings, which later inspired his writing. His early life was marked by these idyllic scenes, shaping the gentle yet adventurous tone seen in The Wind in the Willows.Grahame initially pursued a banking career, joining the Bank of England at a young age, where he excelled despite not achieving his dream of attending university. Writing in his spare time, he published works that captured the nostalgia of childhood, leading to literary recognition. His success allowed him to retire early, dedicating more time to his passion for storytelling.In 1908, Grahame published The Wind in the Willows, a story born from bedtime tales for his son, Alastair. The book's charm and unique characters resonated deeply, cementing his legacy in children's literature. Grahame spent his later years in relative seclusion, celebrated for his contribution to a genre that continues to enchant readers worldwide.

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Verlag
Woven Lines Illustration
Erscheinungsdatum
2015
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0994420129
ISBN 13 
9780994420121
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Anzahl der Seiten
190
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