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The Wind in the Willows

By Grahame, Kenneth & Begin, Mary Jane & Glassman, Peter & Begin-Callanan, Maryjane

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For nearly a century, steadfast friends Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad have enchanted and entertained readers around the world with their adventures-rowing on the river, delving into the sinister Wild Wood, and exploring the open road. Now Kenneth Grahame's time-honored work comes to life as never before in 30 of Mary Jane Begin's inspired full-color paintings. From the friends' first picnic on River Bank to their final rousing defense of Toad Hall, Begin's cheerful, sparkling art captures all the magic and merriment of this enduring classic. Here is a 208-page deluxe edition that belongs on every child's bookshelf.

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ISBN
978-1-58717-204-5
Publisher
Seastar Books


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on January 1, 2003

Gr 3-Up Grahame's classic story is illustrated with a dozen full-sized paintings and numerous smaller works that adorn the chapter headings. Begin is a master at portraying endearing animal characters. Her trademark style is in evidence here-richly textured colorful acrylics that convey both a sense of realism and fantasy; a skillful use of light; and animal figures with facial expressions, postures, and gestures that exude persona...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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