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The last gnomes in Britain live by a Warwickshire brook. Their names are Dodder, Baldmoney, Cloudberry, and Sneezewort, and their home is under an oak tree which grows on the banks of the Folly. Cloudberry decides to go and explore - he wants to find out what lies beyond the Folly. But when he doesn't return, it is up to his three remaining brothers to build a boat and set out to find him. This is the story of the brothers' epic journey in search of Cloudberry and is set against the background of the English countryside, beginning in spring, continuing through summer, and concluding in autumn, when the first frosts are starting to arrive.

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Down the Bright Stream by "BB" £4.49

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   19 of 19 people found the following review helpful: Fun & excitement for children of all ages., 24 Sep 2001 By  anne.wellings@talk21.com (Manchester, UK) - See all my reviews From the first page you join the world of the stream, and all its occupants. It is funny, sad and exciting as you follow the adventures of three brothers (the last of the little folk)as they travel up stream to find their lost brother Cloudberry. While it could be frightening in places for very small children, children from 5 - 95 are sure to love every page.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   16 of 16 people found the following review helpful: Am I the oldest reader............?, 27 Feb 2005 By  sueb "sueb34" (Leeds, England) - See all my reviews I sat enthralled exactly 46 years ago whilst Mrs Greenwood read this to her class of 9 year olds! Since, I have read it to my son (who keeps a copy in his bathroom!!) to this day and last night I began reading it to his daughter whose eyes were like saucers. This is an absolutely timeless tale. Unlike so many modern books, it teaches as well as entertains. Every page is packed with information about British flora and fauna - indeed, the elves' names are all flowers: Dodder, Sneezewort and Baldmoney. Its a classic adventure tale of good against bad and the overcoming of insuperable odds to win through in the end. I cannot recommend it highly enough - if I could give it more than 5 stars I surely would.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   12 of 12 people found the following review helpful: One of the best children's books I've ever read, 3 Jul 2001 By A Customer This is quite simply one of the best children's books I've ever read-it is a magical tale of gnomes in search of their lost brother and the adventures they encounter along the way. I am delighted the book is about to be re-printed;this is long overdue in my view. I see that the sequel, "Down the Bright Stream," is also about to be re-printed and I've just pre-ordered that too, as I have not previously managed to obtain it. Buy this book-you won't be disappointed !!  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) › See all 10 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews My most memorable book as a child I am so excited that I have now rediscovered this book after so many years wondering if I had dreamt it up as a very young boy. Read more Published 1 month ago by Mr. Kevin N. Woodhouse A four-season adventure through the Warwickshire countryside The Little Grey Men tells the tale of three gnome brothers who left their tree house in search of a more adventurous brother who left two years before. Read more Published 8 months ago by Zoe Brillantes Wonderful classic story for all ages! Meet the last four gnomes in the British Isles: they are Baldmoney, Dodder (with his wooden leg), Sneezewort and finally Cloudberry. Read more Published 13 months ago by SB A timeless book for all ages........ was it really 40 years ago? I sat in the classroom 40 years ago and listened enthralled as the story of the British countryside and the only elves left in existence was relayed to a group of restless 9 year... Read more Published 22 months ago by pphilhaz A Magical Tale of The Little People I too read this book some 30 years ago as a child. I am now reading to my son and he loves it. Also have 'Down the Bright Stream' and he has said I must read it every night til we... Read more Published on 26 Jan 2005 Little Grey Men I first read this book nearly thirty years ago as a child and it has stuck with me all this time. It really is a magical tale that the author really brings to life. Read more Published on 6 May 2004 by Alan Platt Absolutely fabulous This book is a fairy tale adventure in the class of 'the hobbit' by Tolkien,and it is definitely for people of all ages ( for those who are young at heart) as the author says. Published on 20 Aug 1999 Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 10 customer reviews...