FROM THE PUBLISHER

Imagine getting fourteen of Beatrix Potter's classic tales in one deluxe volume. Including all her most popular stories--The Tales of Peter Rabbit, Tom Kitten, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Jemima Puddle-Duck and more-- this 12 inch by 12 inch oversized hardcover offers high quality reproductions of Beatrix Potter's original art and all the charm of the original little books, perfect for reading aloud. But at this price, parents won't worry for a moment about letting kids read it to themselves.

Illustrated by Beatrix Potter

FROM THE CRITICS

Children's Literature - Childrens Literature

This beautiful collection of Ms. Potter's fourteen most popular stories with original text, watercolor and ink illustrations is inspired. While the original format of the Potter books holds both sentimental and practical appeal (the little books are easier for little hands to hold), this large picture book format holds appeal all its own. The size of a coffee table book, this collection begs to be held in an adult reader's hands with a child snuggled in the reader's lap. When open, the book is a full twenty-four inches wide with several illustrations on each page. This format pulls the child into the story and lets her follow the adventures of Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Jeremy Fisher, Tom Kitten and a host of other Potter characters through the pictures. This book of classic stories and illustrations is a real value for the price and will likely become a family treasure. 1999, Frederick Warne & Co./Penguin, Ages 3 up, $15.99. Reviewer: Eileen Hanning