{"product_id":"the-wind-in-the-willows-9781803381480","title":"The Wind in the Willows","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA picture book edition of a much-loved classic, with illustrations by award-winning artist, Robert Ingpen.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis timeless tale has never been out of print and is one of the best-loved children's titles in English literature. Kenneth Grahame's wonderful imagination and quiet humour continue to charm children and adults alike, and Robert Ingpen's stunning illustrations bring to life the adventures of Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhen the Mole leaves his spring-cleaning and heads up into the open air, he embarks on a series of exhilarating adventures with his new friends: the laid-back Ratty, the gruff yet kindly Badger and the self-satisfied, irrepressible Mr. Toad. The impulsive Toad leads the friends from one escapade to the next - from upturned gypsy caravans to stolen motorcars, a daring prison escape and, finally, to a heroic confrontation with the sinister inhabitants of the Wild Wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKenneth Grahame (Author) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eKenneth Grahame\u003c\/b\u003e (1859-1932) was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, but, following the death of his mother when he was only five years old, was brought up by his grandmother in Berkshire, England, UK. Grahame began writing as a means of escaping the drudgery of his job at the bank, and he soon began to have pieces published in journals. \u003ci\u003eThe Wind in the Willows\u003c\/i\u003e began as a bedtime story for Grahame's son Alistair, nicknamed 'Mouse', and was further embellished by Grahame in letters to his son. The book was published in 1908 and eventually became a huge bestseller. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Saunders (Author) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eKaren Saunders\u003c\/b\u003e has an MA in Creative Writing from Bath Spa University, UK. Her first picture book, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eBaby Badger's Wonderful Night\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, was published by Gullane. She has also worked as a primary school teacher. Karen lives in Bath, UK, with her husband and son. Follow Karen at www.karensaunders.co.uk or on Twitter: @writingkaren \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Ingpen (Illustrator) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRobert Ingpen\u003c\/b\u003e was born in 1936 in Geelong, Australia, and still lives and works nearby in Barwon Heads. In 1986 he was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for his contribution to children's literature and he has been honoured with Membership of the Order of Australia. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Welbeck Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50613435072786,"sku":"9781803381480","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_795fcf18-0ced-44c4-bf6e-8acc90db7212.jpg?v=1764072786","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-wind-in-the-willows-9781803381480","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}