Hutchinson Treasury Of Children's Literature

Author: Alison Sage (ed)

Condition: Very good. Some wear and tear

Hardcover

This beautifully curated and richly illustrated collection is a heartfelt tribute to the wide-ranging world of children's literature. Featuring an inspired blend of nursery rhymes, timeless fairy tales, beloved fables, short stories, and excerpts from classic works, it offers young readers a vibrant and memorable reading experience. Each selection has been thoughtfully chosen for its literary excellence, creating an anthology that echoes the classic children's treasuries of the 1950s—a companion that can grow with a child throughout their early reading years.

Within its pages, younger children will find comfort and joy in traditional nursery rhymes and fairy tales, while discovering the imaginative worlds of modern storytellers like Jane Hissey, John Burningham, Anthony Browne, and Shirley Hughes. These contemporary voices are harmoniously presented alongside cherished classics such as Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Margery Williams’ The Velveteen Rabbit.

For more advanced readers, the anthology offers the witty verse of Hilaire Belloc and the mischievous humour of Roald Dahl. It also introduces young minds to literary classics through thoughtfully chosen excerpts from Peter Pan, The Wind in the Willows, A Christmas Carol, and The Jungle Book—opening the door to further reading and exploration.

Adding depth and variety are selections from acclaimed contemporary authors such as Joan Aiken, Ruth Thomas, Brian Jacques, Judy Blume, and Colin Dann. This treasury is more than just a collection; it is a literary foundation—a celebration of storytelling that invites children into a lifelong love of books.

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