Fairies, elves, mermaids and water babies inhabit the magical world created by Shirley Barber in her enchanting fairy book. Most of the charming verses were penned by Shirley herself, while some classic poems by Robert Louis Stevenson, Alfred Tennyson, and William Shakespeare, among others, are also included. All are accompanied by the beautiful, playful, and animated illustrations that are a hallmark of Shirley’s inimitable style. Shirley Barber’s Fairy Book: An Anthology of Verse is a visual delight that introduces children to the charm and beauty of poetry.

This is a charming story and a visual feast by the inimitable Shirley Barber

• 30cm x 23cm approx.
• 24 pages
• Full colour throughout
• Hardback
  

Shirley Barber was an acclaimed author and illustrator whose work has been published in many languages and countries around the world. Sales of her books total well into the millions to date. Along with her beautiful fairy images, many of her paintings included superb illustrations of animals, flowers, and plants, which reflected her deep love of the natural world..