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A Drink Of Water

John Yeoman

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Quirky animal fables for young readers with imagination.

This book would be a good read for those who enjoy charming and whimsical stories. With its collection of animal fables, each with entertaining characters and a touch of logic, A Drink Of Water will enchant both young readers and adults. The partnership between John Yeoman and Quentin Blake brings these stories to life with delightful illustrations that add to the imaginative journey. So if you're looking for a book that will transport you to a world filled with charm and creativity, this is the book for you. Happy reading!

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780500651353
Author: John Yeoman
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Date of Publication: 2017-11-07
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Picture Books, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Animals, Fantasy, Nature, Adventure, Fantasy
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 10 readers)

Description

The first book done in partnership by John Yeoman and Quentin Blake, in a facsimile edition that will enchant young readers and adults alike Originally published in 1960, this classic tale from beloved author John Yeoman and renowned illustrator Quentin Blake is a collection of seven charming animal fables. It was the first children’s book published by either John Yeoman or Quentin Blake, who are still producing books in partnership today nearly sixty years later. This facsimile edition reproduces the original publication and features a new foreword by Quentin Blake. Young readers will adore the observant and logical monkey’s attempts to find a drink of water, as well the entertaining cast of animals featured in each story. The creative partnership between John Yeoman and Quentin Blake will be the subject of a retrospective exhibition at the House of Illustration in London opening October 6, 2017. 19 illustrations
 

Quirky animal fables for young readers with imagination.

This book would be a good read for those who enjoy charming and whimsical stories. With its collection of animal fables, each with entertaining characters and a touch of logic, A Drink Of Water will enchant both young readers and adults. The partnership between John Yeoman and Quentin Blake brings these stories to life with delightful illustrations that add to the imaginative journey. So if you're looking for a book that will transport you to a world filled with charm and creativity, this is the book for you. Happy reading!

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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