The Orchard Book of Nursery Rhymes
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The Orchard Book of Nursery Rhymes by Zena Sutherland
This classic nursery rhyme collection is the perfect gift for every child. All of the best-loved nursery rhymes are here in this treasury of over 75 rhymes and songs. Introduce children to familiar favourites such as Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill and Baa, Baa, Black Sheep. And re-discover classics such as Sing a Song of Sixpence and Little Boy Blue. Beautifully illustrated throughout in Faith Jacque's traditional style. An essential for every child's bookshelf, this is a book to be shared, treasured and enjoyed for years to come.
A traditional, charming hardback book.. a very authentic feel ... This book makes a lovely birth or christening gift * Mad About Books *
Zena Sutherland (1915 - June 12, 2002) was a reviewer of children's literature. As well as reviewing children's books, she worked at the University of Chicago Graduate Library School between 1972 and 1986 where she taught two classes, "Children's Literature" and "Literature for Young Adults". During her 40 year career of reviewing children's literature, Sutherland wrote 19 books and reviewed over 30,000 children's books. The Orchard Book of Nursery Rhymes is Faith Jaques's last and most highly-acclaimed work. Her career as an illustrator spanned over forty years and her distinctive style is widely recognised and admired. Faith Jaques illustrated well over one hundred books for children and adults. She has always been associated with the most distinguished children's authors, illustrating books by Roald Dahl, Allan Ahlberg, Philippa Pearce, Nina Bawden and Leon Garfield. She also designed several sets of commemorative stamps. Faith Jaques died in 1997.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781408338629 |
| ISBN 10 | 1408338629 |
| Title | The Orchard Book of Nursery Rhymes |
| Author | Zena Sutherland |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2016-10-06 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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