The Wind in the Willows Paperback - 2005
by Kenneth Grahame; Introduction by Gillian Avery; Notes by Gillian Avery
This edition of the most celebrated works of classic children's literature includes an Introduction and notes by children's literature historian Gillian Avery, and an appendix of Grahame's original letters to his son about the adventures of Toad.
About this book
The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's book by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908. The story follows the adventures of four animal friends - Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad - as they explore the English countryside, battle against weasels and stoats, and learn about the value of friendship, loyalty, and the joys of a simple life. Through their adventures, the characters discover the importance of home and the pleasures of a peaceful existence. With its charming characters, vivid descriptions of nature, and timeless themes, The Wind in the Willows remains a beloved classic today.
Summary
When Kenneth Grahame first entertained his son with letters about a petulant character named Toad, he had no way of knowing that his creation—together with his friends Mole, Rat, and Badger—would delight children for nearly 100 years. Here they are once more, pursuing adventure in gypsy caravans, stolen sportscars, and prison, but always returning to their beloved Wildwood. And although Grahame’s characters are unmistakably animals, they remain endearingly human in their eccentricity, folly, and friendship.
- First time in Penguin Classics
- Includes an introduction and notes by the children's literature historian Gillian Avery
- Features an appendix of Grahame's original letters to his son about the adventures of Toad
First Edition Identification
Methuen and Company published the First UK Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1908, London. The edition is bound in green-blue cloth boards with intricate gold gilt illustrations and lettering. The first edition dust wrapper can be identified by the publisher’s printed price of 6’- on the front panel on peach-tan paper with black inked illustration. Methuen and Company published the First Illustrated Edition hardcover in 1931, London. The illustrated edition was made in a set of 200 copies signed by both Grahame and Shepard, printed on handmade paper. Grahame's children's classic was originally published in 1908 with only a frontispiece for an illustration. Although the work was subsequently published with illustrations by several artists, it was E. H. Shepard who brought the narrative to life with his evocative line drawings
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- Title The Wind in the Willows
- Author Kenneth Grahame; Introduction by Gillian Avery; Notes by Gillian Avery
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Paperback
- Pages 224
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Group, E Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S.A.
- Date 2005-07-26
- ISBN 9780143039099 / 0143039091
- Weight 0.39 lbs (0.18 kg)
- Dimensions 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.59 in (19.56 x 13.21 x 1.50 cm)
- Ages 07 to 10 years
- Grade levels 2 - 5
- Reading level 620
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Themes
- Topical: Friendship
- Library of Congress subjects Animals
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2004065790
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
Media reviews
Citations
- Ingram Children's Advance, 07/01/2005, Page 56
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