Mary Poppins: The Collectible Picture Book by P L Travers

Mary Poppins: The Collectible Picture Book by P L Travers

This handsome collectible picture book is sure to become a favorite of Mary Poppins fans old and new.

This picture book adaptation of the original novel is full of Mary's unique brand of whimsical adventure: There's a tea party on the ceiling, a visit to the night zoo, and a trip to a mysterious shop that sells stars. Told in a lyrical text with fresh yet timeless art by Genevieve Godbout, this version of Mary Poppins is perfect for reading aloud.

New and longtime friends of Mary, and those meeting her for the first time, will revel in this colorfully illustrated version of the story that inspired the image of the beloved nanny of page, stage, and screen.

When the East Wind blows Mary Poppins over Cherry Tree Lane and into the lives of the Banks children, nothing is ever the same...

Travers (1899-1996), the creator of Mary Poppins, was a theatrical critic, travel essayist, reviewer, and speaker. Travers published a number of other books for adults and children, but she is best known for her portrayal of Mary Poppins.