grahame kenneth the wind in the willows
Grahame Kenneth Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Graham's The Wind in the Willows is one of the most celebrated works of literature for children, and this Penguin Classics edition contains notes and an introduction by Gillian Avery. Meek little Mole, wilful Ratty, Badger the perennial bachelor, and petulant, boastful Toad: over one hundred years since their first appearance in 1908, they've become emblematic archetypes of eccentricity, folly and friendship. And their misadventures - in gypsy caravans, stolen sports cars, and their beloved Wild Wood - continue to capture readers' imaginations and warm their hearts long after they grow up. Begun as a series of letters from Kenneth Grahame to his son, The Wind in the Willows is a timeless tale of animal cunning and human camaraderie. This Penguin Classics edition features an appendix of the letters in which Grahame first related the exploits of Toad, and new introduction by children's literature historian Gillian Avery. Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932) was an English bank official, writer, author of The Wind in the Willows (1908), set in the idyllic English countryside. The work established Grahame's international reputation as a writer of children's books and has deeply influenced fantasy literature.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) - a Scottish writer. His most famous books, including The Wind in the Willows(1908) and The Reluctant Dragon (1898), were adapted numerous times for stage and film. The Wind in the Willows details the story of Mole, Ratty, and Badger as they try to helpMr. Toad, after he becomes obsessed with motorcars and gets into trouble. The novel is notable for its mixture of adventure, morality, mysticism and camaraderie, and celebrated for its portrayal of the nature of the Thames Valley. The novel was based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son Alastair.
486 Р.
Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) - a Scottish writer. His most famous books, including The Wind in the Willows (1908) and The Reluctant Dragon (1898), were adapted numerous times for stage and film. The Wind in the Willows details the story of Mole, Ratty, and Badger as they try to help Mr. Toad, after he becomes obsessed with motorcars and gets into trouble. The novel is notable for its mixture of adventure, morality, mysticism and camaraderie, and celebrated for its portrayal of the nature of the Thames Valley. The novel was based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son Alastair.
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Grahame K. The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) - a Scottish writer. His most famous books, including The Wind in the Willows (1908) and The Reluctant Dragon (1898), were adapted numerous times for stage and film. The Wind in the Willows details the story of Mole, Ratty, and Badger as they try to help Mr. Toad, after he becomes obsessed with motorcars and gets into trouble. The novel is notable for its mixture of adventure, morality, mysticism and camaraderie, and celebrated for its portrayal of the nature of the Thames Valley. The novel was based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son Alastair.
486 Р.
Grahame K. The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) - a Scottish writer. His most famous books, including The Wind in the Willows (1908) and The Reluctant Dragon (1898), were adapted numerous times for stage and film. The Wind in the Willows details the story of Mole, Ratty, and Badger as they try to help Mr. Toad, after he becomes obsessed with motorcars and gets into trouble. The novel is notable for its mixture of adventure, morality, mysticism and camaraderie, and celebrated for its portrayal of the nature of the Thames Valley. The novel was based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son Alastair.
486 Р.
Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
"Ho! ho! I am the Toad, the motor-car snatcher, the prison-breaker, the Toad who always escapes!" Tired of spring cleaning, Mole ventures above ground into the warm sunshine, and happens upon his friend Ratty. Together they picnic on the sparkling, burbling river, brave the sinister Wild Wood in wintertime to visit the bad-tempered Badger, and take to the open road in a caravan with dear, silly old Toad. But when Toad's attention turns to motor cars, his reckless behaviour goes from bad to worse. Badger, Rat and Mole must save their friend from ruin, and Toad Hall from the clutches of the rascally Stoats and Weasels.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Far from fading with time, Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of fantasy has attracted a growing audience in each generation. Rat, Mole, Badger and the preposterous Mr Toad, have brought delight to many through the years with their odd adventures on and by the river, and at the imposing residence of Toad Hall. With an Introduction by A.A. Milne Illustrated by Arthur Rackham.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
One of the most famous animal stories of all time, The Wind in the Willows is a classic that has been entertaining children and adults alike for over a hundred years. The Wild Wood seems a terrifying place to Mole, until one day he pokes his nose out of his burrow and finds it's full of friends. He meets brave Ratty, kind old Badger and the rascally Mr Toad, and together they go adventuring ... but the Wild Wood doesn't just contain friends, there are also the sinister weasels and stoats, and they capture Toad Hall when Mr Toad is in jail. How will he escape? And can the friends fight together to save Toad Hall? Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows is a classic animal adventure that charms and enthrals. This hardback edition contains the original full-colour illustrations by E H Shepard, a partnership that has never been bettered. A perfect gift for children aged 9 and above.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
One day, Mole leaves his home for the wonderful world of the river. He meets the friendly Water Rat, kind Badger - and Toad, who loves fast cars a little too much. Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). Retold by Mairi Mackinnon.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Mole, rat, and badger are toad's dearest friends even as the aristocratic amphibian's wastrel ways get him into trouble. After being arrested and sentenced to jail, he returns to his ancestral home of toad hall to find it overrun with stoats and weasels from the wild wood. But his friends haven't abandoned him yet. In fact, they've conspired to help drive the villainous vermin from his home. Embracing themes of empathy and friendship under the most trying conditions, the wind in the willows follows the journey of its anthropomorphic characters through the changing seasons of the english countryside while providing life lessons that have endured for generations. Amazonclassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to read a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literature's most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Главные герои книги: Крот, Рэт, Барсук и лягушонок Тоуд - смешные и трогательные, они обладают человеческими качествами и потому любимы многими читателями во всем мире. В книге представлен неадаптированный текст на языке оригинала.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame's classic story following the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr. Toad told in its complete and unabridged form. Padded hardback cover and enchanting illustrations make this a perfect gift.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Far from fading with time, Kenneth Grahame`s classic tale of fantasy has attracted a growing audience in each generation. Rat, Mole, Badger, and the preposterous Mr. Toad (with his `Poop-poop-poop` road-hogging new motor-car), have brought delight to many through the years with their odd adventures on and by the river, and at the imposing residence of Toad Hall. Grahame`s book was later dramatised by A.A.Milne, and became a perennial Christmas favourite, as `Toad of Toad Hall`. It continues to enchant and, above all perhaps, inspire great affection.
385 Р.
Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Join Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr. Toad in their adventures and antics, from venturing into the dark and dangerous Wild Wood to larking about in their boats, in this enchantingly illustrated edition of Kenneth Grahame's timeless classic. Complete and unabridged, this is a beautiful gift to be treasured and shared year after year.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
This is the story of four friends -- Toad, Rat, Mole and Badger. Rat loves the river. Mole is often afraid. Badger likes to stay at home. But Toad is always looking for new adventures -- and some of his ideas are dangerous.
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Grahame Kenneth The Wind in the Willows
Эта замечательная повесть Кеннета Грэма не только принесла писателю заслуженную славу, но и полюбилась детям и взрослым всего мира. Автор удивительно реалистично воссоздаёт картину нравов английского общества конца XIX - начала XX вв. в сказочных приключениях дядюшки Водяного Крыса, мистера Барсука, мистера Крота и мистера Жабба, которые живут в удивительном мире, где ведут образ жизни, почти неотличимый от людского: ездят на автомобилях, обустраивают дома, поют рождественские песни... Читайте зарубежную литературу в оригинале!
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