Once Upon An Alphabet

Author: Oliver Jeffers

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  • : 29.99 AUD
  • : 9780007514274
  • : HarperCollins Publishers Limited
  • : Harper Element
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  • : 2.1
  • : June 2014
  • : 318mm X 232mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 29.99
  • : July 2014
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  • : Oliver Jeffers
  • : Hardcover
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Barcode 9780007514274
9780007514274

Description

WINNER OF THE CBI BOOK OF THE YEARA flagship publication, gloriously bringing the alphabet to life in irresistible Oliver Jeffers style! The letters of our alphabet work tirelessly to make words that in turn make stories, but what is there was a story FOR each of the letters instead? Turn the pages of this exquisite book to find out... Here you will discover twenty-six short stories introducing a host of new characters (plus the occasional familiar face). From Edmund the astronaut with his awkward fear of heights, via the dynamic new investigative due of the Owl and the Octopus, through to the Zeppelin that just might get Edmund a little bit closer to where he needs to be, this book is packed with funny, thrilling, perilous and above all entertaining tales inspired by every letter of the alphabet. An adventure to follow from A to Z, or a treasure trove to dip in and out of, Once Upon an Alphabet is a work of exhilarating originality from artist Oliver Jeffers, the creator of much-loved modern classics such as Lost and Found and The Incredible Book Eating Boy.

Awards

Shortlisted for Kate Greenaway Medal 2016.

Reviews

Praise for 'Lost and Found' 'Beautifully illustrated, simple warm story...little children will love to share it.' Carousel 'My picture book of the year, a joyful exploration of the power of friendship.' Irish Independent Praise for 'How to Catch a Star': 'The best recent picture book by light years... stylishly spellbinding.' Telegraph 'Hail to new talent... If only all picture books could be this good.' The Bookseller