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Tim the Tiny Horse (Hardcover)

by Harry Hill (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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Product details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Faber Children's Books (5 Oct 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0571229557
  • ISBN-13: 978-0571229550
  • Product Dimensions: 20.2 x 15.2 x 2.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 12,346 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Tim, the Tiny Horse is definitely the smallest horse you could ever find. His stable is a matchbox with a tic-tac box conservatory and with a cocktail stick, some cotton and a hawthorn berry, Tim can play swingball. In this book, you can see what it's like being Tim: the highs and lows of trying to get into radio; making a reality TV programme; or just kicking back and enjoying a hula hoop with his best friend Fly. Then there's the serious stuff - Tim thinking about the meaning of life and his own mortality, Tim dealing with Fly's new girlfriend, and, of course, his passion for Anna Ford on the telly...

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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Full of touching, gentle humour, 29 Oct 2006
By G. J. Oxley "Gaz" (Tyne & Wear, England) - See all my reviews
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As an adult I find the standard of Harry Hill's humour variable: he can be both hilarious or slightly tedious in equal measure.

However I picked-up this beautifully illustrated (by Harry himself) book aimed at the child in us all and was totally charmed by it.

Tim is a tiny (really tiny!) horse who lives in a matchbox and has a fly (called 'Fly') as a friend. He updates his list of 'likes' and 'dislikes' throughout the book and it's very funny when his friend Fly gets himself a girlfriend who subsequently prevents him from playing with Tim. Fly's girlfriend thus finds herself in Tim's 'dislikes' list!

Note it is a 'dislikes' and not a 'hates' list, for Tim is a jolly little chap who optimistically tries to see good in everything.

Harry's book features several of his adventures - each lasting a few pages each. And while the book may only take a half hour to read it's a lovely little package - and would be cheap at twice the price.

There are life lessons in here and a moral thread runs through all the stories - thus we feel Tim's shame when he remembers the time he ate a grape off a supermarket floor without paying for it. It's therefore a great book for young children - although a previous reviewer notes that a few cultural references may be lost on them.

One final warning - be prepared to have a hanky ready for the final tale which finds Tim on his own at Xmas until an unexpected arrival cheers him up.

I normally read quite a lot of highbrow stuff, but found 'Tim the Tiny Horse' to be one of the most touching books I've read in years: the appeal is universal and a sentimental adult will enjoy this as much as the younger reader.

Put it on your Xmas Wish List. And Harry, thanks for this perfect set of vignettes!


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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm still smiling two days on..., 14 Dec 2006
This is a fantastic book. I bought it for my seven year old niece but fell in love with Tim after the first few pages and so devoured the whole thing myself. I passed it on to my hubby, who laughed so much he snorted tea through his nose. We then spent the rest of the night chortling and going over the best bits - which was everything! Reading the synopsis above, I still find myself with a warm smile.

Admittedly, this is a very short book, and at £[...] it is quite expensive. But I reckon it is a book that will be treasured and revisited often so I think it is worth it - especially at Amazon's reduced price. (I bought it on the high street and still think it was £[...] well spent).

As well as being funny and poignant, there is also a moral message at the end of each story. Tim learns to stand by his friends, that playing outside is better than browsing the internet, not to steal...

The illustrations are quirky and roughly drawn so it might not appeal to people expecting a classic illustrated children's book. However, it is very charming and I think it will appeal to most children and all silly grown-ups.

I hope to see more adventures of Tim the Tiny Horse soon.


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18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Typical Harry Hill humour, 17 Oct 2006
Not quite sure what age range this book is aimed at. Just bought it for my 10 year old as she loves Harry Hill, but she didn't get all of it as she had no idea who Anna Ford is (Tim's favourite newsreader...)

Beautifully illustrated by Hill, but there are only 1/2 dozen or so words on each page, so consequently the whole book can be read in about 1/2 hour. Good job it's half price!
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5.0 out of 5 stars tim the tiny horse
harry hills done it again with the amazing masterpiece tim the tiny horse. its my favourite book ever with its humor I think its suitable for all ages everyone would enjoy it. Read more
Published 2 months ago

3.0 out of 5 stars not really for children
another children's book which doesn't appeal to children
really, it is more for adults who want a very quick read and a bit of a smile - the stories are very short and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by allesteer

1.0 out of 5 stars A very big dissapointment
Harry Hills comedy has been slowly growing on me for a few years. This book however, is a huge dissapointment. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Macca

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspired
Harry Hill's first foray into the world of children's literature is an inspired one. Tim the Tiny Horse is so tiny that he lives in a matchbox and his closest friend is a fly;... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Barney McGrew

5.0 out of 5 stars buy this book
This book isn't just Harry Hill being silly. There's obviously a lot of thought and effort gone into it. be warned, there are some quite sad bits. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mr. Rob Bassett

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone needs this book in their life.
Tim the Tiny Horse is a genius book from Harry Hill. Everyone could learn a thing or two from Tim's attitude to life. Read more
Published 17 months ago by The BIrch

5.0 out of 5 stars hilarious
This is my sons review he is 11. Tim the Tiny Horse is about one of the most funny books I've read. My favorite tale is Tim logs on. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mrs. D. Messenger

5.0 out of 5 stars Hillarious!
My Daughter chose this book herself and I wasn't too hot on it as she was seven and I thought the joined up writing would be difficult for her to read. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Shelley Kingston

5.0 out of 5 stars My kids love it!
This book is full of brilliant Harry Hill humour. My 9 and 11 year old girls love this book because, not only is it funny but they can read it completely without getting bored... Read more
Published on 17 May 2007 by G-MAN

5.0 out of 5 stars A great present for adults
I came across this book quite by accident and can't believe it hasn't been more heavily marketed. Each story has a moral at the end of it, the illustrations are brilliant and all... Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2007 by Electric Emma

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