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  • Published: 31 December 2013
  • ISBN: 9781448171835
  • Imprint: Penguin eBooks
  • Format: EBook
  • Pages: 160

Kaleidoscope




A classic, magical collection of tales from one of the UK's most notable and well-loved children's authors, Eleanor Farjeon, and beautifully illustrated by renowned artist, Edward Ardizzone.

AAnthony grew up in the loveliest place in the world - his father called it the Eye of the Earth. But to Anthony, the 'eye of the earth' was the old mill-pond near his home – a place of mystery and enchantment . Anthony's childhood was full of happy moments, and sometimes strange ones, for he had been touched with magic as soon as he was born . . . A wonderful and timeless collection of stories, beautifully illustrated by renowned artist, Edward Ardizzone.

  • Published: 31 December 2013
  • ISBN: 9781448171835
  • Imprint: Penguin eBooks
  • Format: EBook
  • Pages: 160

About the authors

Eleanor Farjeon

Eleanor Farjeon (1881-1965) was a British author of children's stories and plays, poetry, biography, history and satire. She lived much of her life among the literary and theatrical circles of London, and her friends included D. H. Lawrence, Walter de la Mare and Robert Frost. She won many literary awards, and the prestigious Eleanor Farjeon Award for children's literature is presented annually in her memory by the Children's Book Circle.

Edward Ardizzone

Edward Ardizzone (1900-1979) illustrated over 200 books and was awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal for Tim All Alone. He was awarded the CBE in 1971.