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"1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up" is the perfect introduction to the very best books of childhood: those books that have a special place in the heart of every reader. It introduces a wonderfully rich world of literature to parents and their children, offering both new titles and much-loved classics that many generations have read and enjoyed. From wordless picture books and books introducing the first words and sounds of the alphabet through to hard-hitting and edgy teenage fiction, the titles featured in this book reflect the wealth of reading opportunities for children. Browsing the titles in "1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up" will take you on a journey of discovery into fantasy, adventure, history, contermporary life, and much more. These books will enable you to travel to some of the most famous imaginary worlds such as Narnia, Middle Earth, and Hogwart's School. And the route taken may be pretty strange, too. You may fall down a rabbit hole, as Alice does on her way to Wonderland, or go through the back of a wardrobe to reach the snowy wastes of Narnia.
About the Author
Julia Eccleshare is a writer, broadcaster, and lecturer as well as Children's Books Editor of the Guardian. She was nonfiction and picture book editor at Penguin/Puffin Books from 1978 to 1980 and fiction editor at Hamish Hamilton children's books from 1980 to 1984. She has chaired the Nestles Smarties Book prize for the past eight years. She won the Eleanor Farjeon Award 2000 in recognition of her outstanding contribution to children's books.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
I whole heartedly recommend this book to all parents (or anyone who wants to give books to a child or teenager) - to rediscover books you read when you were children that have stood the test of time and remain brilliant pieces of fiction for today's children. It is also great to highlight books that have been published more recently which would otherwise be off your radar. The reviews of the books are thoughtful and well written with useful lists of similar novels that might also appeal.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
I really enjoyed leafing through this huge, doorstop-sized tome. It's got a clear, modern style of presentation with lots of colourful photos of book covers and summaries by a variety of contributors.
On the downside, the index is a bit of a mess, with E. Nesbit's The Railway Children missing for example, whilst actually being present amongst the 1001 books. The arrangement of titles into age groups also means books by the same author can be scattered around rather than lying next to each other.
However, overall this is an ideal way of finding new authors to read and being reminded of a few forgotten classics.
On the downside, the index is a bit of a mess, with E. Nesbit's The Railway Children missing for example, whilst actually being present amongst the 1001 books. The arrangement of titles into age groups also means books by the same author can be scattered around rather than lying next to each other.
However, overall this is an ideal way of finding new authors to read and being reminded of a few forgotten classics.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
I borrowed this book from the library and immediately I got it home I knew I needed to have it. I have bought so many books for my children and as presents through reading the reviews. It is absolutely magical, nostalgic, reassuring when you see books your children already have, and each illustration takes you into a different world. What a find. I have already bought another to give as a gift for a friend with a small child. Captures the attention of so many friends who come to the house too. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A real delight
I have had this book for about 18 months, and often dip into it for a few minutes and am reading it an hour later! Read more
Published 21 days ago by Vickijo
must have
Fantastic reference book for people who love children's books. I bought this for my partner who loves kids books and she was over the moon when she got it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. K. Webster
A little misleading...
I haven't bought this book. It caught my eye in a book shop and I picked it up and had a good look through. Why? Read more
Published 2 months ago by V. Davies
1001 Children's Books you must read before you grow up
This book is superb read. It lists out literally 1001 books and divides them into suitable reading age groups 3+ to 12+, because of this the book is literally massive! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Matt
A misspent childhood regained
The truth is, the books you remember as a kid were probably not remembered because they were great, but because you read them when you were a kid. Read more
Published 7 months ago by John Bookman
A good idea
I'm reviewing this book without reading it - which is something that I generally disapprove of very much. Read more
Published 13 months ago by P
1001 Children's Books
My daughter bought me this book for Christmas and I spent most of Christmas day dipping into it. For anyone who has had children, there will be memories of books you have enjoyed... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Sally
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