Judy Egerton Boeken

Stubbs is one of the most original and searching of all animal painters, whether his subject is a brood-mare, a monkey, or a poodle in a punt. For too long undervalued as "Mr Stubbs the Horse Painter", he is now recognized as an equal of Gainsborough and Reynolds in the foremost rank of British art. His searching eye made him a perceptive portrayer of human beings too, and the class distinctions of 18th-century England are dissected with the same clarity as the anatomy of a horse. Above all, Stubbs is a master of design, able to translate faithful observations from nature into unforgettable images. This reprint of the 1984 exhibition catalogue reproduces in colour all the works shown, and enlarges many details which illuminate the artist's technique.

FUMBLE THE BUMBLE-BEE is an adventure story about a reluctant Bumble-bee who has to be taught what all bees know. She makes many mistakes in her first quest to find food. Encouraged by big Sister Bee, she goes farther, tries harder, and does not give up easily. These are the themes of the book, and all children learning new skills will identify with this adorable, little bee. The book emphasizes the 3 R's (Rhyme, Rhythm and Repetition) which are important for pre-readers to develop an interest in reading and for beginning and young readers to consolidate their reading skills. "Fumble the Bumble-Bee" is the first in the series of the "Fumble Bumble-Bee Books." Children will be delighted by the adventures of this fumbling, bumbling bee. The colourful, detailed pictures and the story will make this a favourite of children everywhere. "Fumble the Bumble-Bee" is educational, fun to read, ideal for children 3 years of age and up.