Jane Riordan

Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear (eBook, ePUB)

Tales of Before it all Began ...
Illustrator: Burgess, Mark

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

NEW stunning hardback edition of Jane Riordan's prequel collection inspired by Milne's classic stories, with Mark Burgess illustrations created in the style of E.H.Shepard's iconic art.

`You should find out about your Before, Christopher Robin, and then tell it to us all.'

Enjoy the early adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in this stunning 100th anniversary range's hardback edition.

This authorised prequel story collection takes the reader back to the younger Christoper Robin's world, when Pooh Bear was bought from Harrods. It includes a furry tale in London Zoo, a tall tale at The Natural History Museum and a tiny tale of a nursery mouse.

We all have a place in our hearts for the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh told by A.A.Milne in Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. Highly talented author Jane Riordan has written a wonderful collection of stories in the style of A.A.Milne, that take us back to where it all began, when Winnie-the-Pooh was first purchased for Christopher Robin in Harrods.

Jane Riordan has a strong pedigree in writing in the style of A.A.Milne, having also created Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King, Tales from the Forest, Winter in the Wood and Winnie-the-Pooh Easter Hunt.

The stories in this 100th Anniversary range's hardback edition are decorated with beautiful illustrations by Mark Burgess in the style of E.H.Shepard. Mark is uniquely suited to this having also illustrated Return to the Hundred Acre Wood, The Best Bear in All the World, Tales from the Forest and Winter in the Wood.

It's a real tribute to the world's most famous bear and the perfect opportunity for everyone to find out how these favourite friends become the larger than life characters we all love.

Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?

Winnie-the-Pooh

The House at Pooh Corner

When We Were Very Young

Now We Are Six

Return to the Hundred Acre Wood

The Best Bear in All the World

Once There Was a Bear

Tales from the Forest

Winter in the Wood

The nation's favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself - are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.

Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you're 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: HarperCollins Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 128
• Altersempfehlung: ab 5 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Oktober 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780008809348
• Artikelnr.: 75261288

Autorenporträt

Jane Riordan originally trained to be a primary school teacher but her love of children's books led to a career in publishing. Since then, she has edited and written countless books for children, most notably Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King, Winnie-the-Pooh Easter Hunt and Once There Was a Bear.

The authorised Winnie-the-Pooh prequel is written in the style of the original Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A.A.Milne with illustrations created by Mark Burgess, that echo E.H.Shepard's iconic original decorations.

Rezensionen

'Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a very special (albeit funny old) bear, not least of all because his books are filled with wonderful words of wisdom, and an irrepressible sense of youthful fun that never ages or fades. So join Winnie and make your day extra special!', Lancashire Post

'Winnie-the-Pooh is packed full of timeless wisdom and words that will resonate with you whatever your age.', The Independent

'With a rich storytelling heritage, the adventures of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood represent friendship, simple joys and the curious and gentle nature of a child's imagination.', Vintage Explorer

Reviews for 'Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King':

This gentle tale, written by Jane Riordan and Andrew Grey, would, I think have won the approval of AA Milne and EH Shepard.', Newburytoday

'If you're looking for a royally memorable keepsake of the coronation, turn the pages of this classic illustrated gift book as Winnie-the-Pooh makes a special appearance and charms everyone... including the king!', Lancashire Post

'Author Jane Riordan and illustrator Andrew Grey turn on the smiles as they put the nation's favourite bear at centre stage in this gorgeous picture book which is filled with A.A. Milne's unique enchantment and classic characters.', Lancashire Post

Reviews for 'Once There Was a Bear':

'For those who don't know the background of the bear bought from Harrods and how he met his friends, it's a treat.', Daily Mail Christmas gift guide

'Not only is Winnie-the-Pooh a much-loved character, the appeal of these stories is enduring. They have followed me through my childhood, into adulthood and, now, I can share these cherished books with the next generation. I'm reminded of the power of reading, of shared stories and connection. There's something wonderful about that.', Northern Soul