When We Were Very Young
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A. A. Milne’s beloved poetry collections–When We Were Very Young and Now We Are Six–are now available as part of the Classic Gift Edition line! Discover the first of A. A. Milne’s classic books for young readers with a gorgeous, collectible edition of When We Were Very Young, a book of verse. Published two years before Winnie-the-Pooh, When We Were Very Young is the first of A. A. Milne’s delightful verse collections. A celebration of childhood, these poems have been read and re-read for generations, touching the hearts of children and their families for almost a hundred years. Milne’s treasured poems are perfectly matched by Ernest Shepard’s whimsical illustrations. Artfully crafted in the style of the first American edition of When We Were Very Young, published in 1924 by E. P. Dutton, this elegant edition is the perfect gift for both new readers and passionate collectors.
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A. A. Milne (1882–1956) was a British author and playwright best known for creating the beloved world of Winnie-the-Pooh. With a gift for gentle humor, playful language, and keen observation of childhood wonder, Milne crafted stories that capture the imagination of both young readers and adults alike. His timeless tales, full of friendship, adventure, and quiet wisdom, continue to charm generations, celebrating the simple joys and heartfelt connections of life in the Hundred Acre Wood.
Alan Alexander Milne was the creator of the beloved children’s character Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood.
Ernest H. Shepard (1879–1976) was a British illustrator celebrated for his charming and expressive drawings that have brought some of the most beloved children’s stories to life. Best known for his work on Winnie-the-Pooh and The Wind in the Willows, Shepard had a remarkable talent for capturing whimsy, personality, and subtle humor in pen-and-ink illustrations. His delicate lines and lively scenes continue to delight generations of readers, making the worlds of Pooh, Piglet, and Mole feel vividly real and timeless.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9780593112328
- Publication Date
- September 1, 2020
- Publisher
- Dutton Books for Young Readers
- Original Publication Date
- November 1, 1924
- Page Count
- 112
- Word Count
- 7009
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Reading Age
- 8 - 12 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 2021289344
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