Julia Eccleshare is a writer, broadcaster, and lecturer as well as Children's Books Editor of the Guardian. She was the recipient of the Eleanor Farjeon Award in 2000 in recognition of her outstanding contribution to children's books.
A classic collection of tales for young readers of about six, featuring beloved characters and lively stories by P.L. Travers, Jill Barklem, Michael Morpurgo and others, chosen by children's book expert, Julia Eccleshare.
The Banks family are searching for a nanny; Macaw the parrot helps out at the fish and chip shop and a stonecutter dreams of becoming an emperor
These classic stories are wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the year, or would make the perfect birthday gift.
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