John Burningham was een vooraanstaand maker van kinderboeken, gevierd om zijn onderscheidende illustratie- en vertelstijl. Zijn werken verkennen vaak thema's als avontuur, fantasie en het kinderlijke perspectief op de wereld, gepresenteerd met een frisse en boeiende kijk. Burninghams aanpak werd gekenmerkt door een unieke visuele esthetiek en een opmerkelijk vermogen om de essentie van kind-zijn te vangen. Zijn bijdragen aan kinderliteratuur leverden hem aanzienlijke erkenning op en vestigden zijn nalatenschap.
Celebrating its thirtieth anniversary, this edition of a beloved Christmas classic showcases the clever humor and enchanting storytelling that has captivated readers for generations. Renowned for its exceptional illustrations and engaging narrative, it offers a delightful experience for children and adults alike, making it a perfect addition to holiday traditions.
The Adventures of a Goose with No Feathers
The story follows Borka, a unique gosling born without feathers, who faces teasing from her siblings and the challenge of migration. Despite her initial loneliness, Borka's journey transforms into an adventure filled with unexpected friendships and self-discovery. Celebrated for its themes of acceptance and resilience, this classic picture book by John Burningham combines whimsical storytelling with heartfelt messages, making it a timeless tale that honors individuality and the bonds of kindness.
Mr Gumpy is off on an adventure! This time he's rescuing a rhino who's lost its parents... But growing rhinos needs lots of food. Will Charlie the rhino and Mr Gumpy manage to make a happy home together? A madcap adventure for children, adults and rhinos alike. Praise for Mr Gumpy's Outing - winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal" "A story of real drama observed with gentle humour"
A poignant book about new horizons and saying goodbye from best-loved creators- John Burningham and Helen Oxenbury Miles is a difficult dog who loves to ride in his motor car. He's growing older, but a new challenge awaits when he takes to the skies. A picture book of beauty, infinite possibility, and love, which explores loss and grief in subtle and comforting ways. This is the award-winning author-illustrator John Burningham's last story - written by friend, Bill Salaman and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.
A young boy imagines what life will be like when his new sibling arrives.
Georgie has got a new bed, but it's not like other beds. For each night, Georgie says the magic word and it whisks him away on a fantastic adventure. He loves his bed, but one day he and his family go on holiday, and when they come back, Granny has a big surprise for Georgie . . .
Mr Gumpy has decided to go for a ride in his motor car. As the motor car and its passengers make their way across the field, the weather begins to turn and the rain is soon pouring down. The tyres cannot grip the muddy ground, so Mr Gumpy asks for volunteers to push the car.
A long day is drawing to a close, and several creatures are ready for sleep. Featuring a simple story and the repeated refrain "Hushabye hush hush", this lullaby is ideal to soothe even the most restless little one.Full-color illustrations.
John Burningham aime la France, mais c'est un amoureux lucide. Petits portraits parfois tendres, parfois cruels mais toujours amusés pour nous faire découvrir travers et bons côtés du Français éternel, râleur et bon vivant.
Albert is lucky though - the Cloud Children see his fall and speak the magic words (They either said, Fumble gralley goggle ho hee, or Teetum waggle bari se nee, or was it Gargle giggle fiddle num dee?) that make Albert light enough to float among the clouds, with them.
