Thirteen Days of Christmas

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree . . . We all know this classic Christmas song, but what if someone really did send you all of those gifts? Where would you put all the geese a-laying? Not to mention the lords a-leaping! Find out in this charming story which is perfect for all the days of Christmas.

Seasonal storytelling at its best . . . perfect for reading aloud at bedtime * The Sunday Times * A book stuffed of lavish spectacle, described with a wonderfully visual sense of festival. * The Tablet * A lovely book to give to any family to share and enjoy at this time of year. * Carousel * "Memorable for its subtle evocation of the mostly forgotten traditions of Christmas past - the sort of things alluded to in songs or nursery rhymes. Magical fable, historical novel and crazy extravaganza combined. Unique and authentic festive entertainment." * Inis Magazine Review *.

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Jenny Overton grew up in a Surrey village that is still her home today. After taking a degree in English she spent most of her working life as an editor and wrote several books for children. She wrote The Thirteen Days of Christmas as a story for her younger sister. Shirley Hughes is one of the nation's best-loved illustrators for children. She has created some of the most enduring characters in children's literature and for this she was honoured with an OBE in 1999. She has been the recipient of many prestigious awards, including twice winning the Kate Greenaway Medal.