Wild Words Newsletter
Get monthly recommendations on all the latest nature writing, heritage and conservation related reads available at Sherlock & Pages
King Winter's Birthday, crafted by bestselling author Jonathan Freedland and beautifully illustrated by Emily Sutton, is an achingly beautiful picture book that enchants readers of all ages.
This timeless tale invites you into a world where nature's rhythms dance in harmony. On King Winter's special day, he eagerly invites his siblings—Queen Spring, King Summer, and Queen Autumn—to join him for a magical celebration. However, as the festivities unfold, whispers from the wind and the trees hint at an impending disturbance, transforming a joyous occasion into a narrative filled with intrigue and wonder.
Inspired by a story from Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz, penned during his internment on the Isle of Man in WWII, King Winter's Birthday is more than just a fairy tale; it is a celebration of the delicate balance of nature and the chaotic world we inhabit.
Perfect for bedtime reading or educational discussions, King Winter's Birthday is a must-have addition to any child's library, inviting reflection on the beauty and balance of our world.
ISBN: | 9781782694670 |
Author: | Jonathan Freedland |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Pushkin Children's Books |
Publisher: | Pushkin Children's Books |
Dimensions: | 312 x 239 x 11 mm |
Publication Date: | 14 November, 2024 |
Pagination: | 40 pages |
Weight: | 452g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’