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Five Minutes' Peace

Board book edition of the bestselling family favourite
By Jill Murphy
Series: Large Family
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Five Minutes' Peace by Jill Murphy is a charming children's book that follows the escapades of Mrs. Large, an elephant mother, as she seeks a moment of peace away from her lively children. Despite her attempts to enjoy a calm, relaxing bath, the kids' enthusiastic interruptions bring humour and warmth to her quest for solitude. It's a delightful story showcasing the universal longing for a brief respite amidst family life's delightful chaos.
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Format: Board book
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You might enjoy this delightful children's tale if you appreciate heartwarming stories about the everyday challenges of a family's hustle and bustle. It's especially appealing to those who cherish moments of tranquillity amidst the chaos of family life, offering both humour and relatable scenarios for parents and children alike.

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Five Minutes' Peace

Celebrate thirty years of the Large family with this special board book edition of a modern picture-book classic.

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Celebrate thirty years of the Large family with this special board book edition of a modern picture-book classic.

"If you are not familiar with these stories, you really have not lived ... you just couldn't get better" Guardian

A stunning 30th anniversary board book edition of a family picture book favourite, this is the story of Mrs Large the elephant – who just needs five minutes of peace and quiet away from her boisterous children! So, taking refuge in the bathroom, she fills herself a hot, foamy bubble bath and takes in a tray of her favourite breakfast and the morning paper.

But there’s never a dull moment with the Larges, and it soon becomes clear that mum's quiet time is to be very short-lived! Family life is beautifully observed in this warm and funny modern classic from Jill Murphy, one of Britain's most treasured author-illustrators.

Series: Large Family

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Five Minutes' Peace by Jill Murphy celebrates 30 years of entertaining children and families with its endearing portrayal of the Large family. This special board book edition offers a delightful escape for both parents and children, making it a wonderful addition to any children's library.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406363623

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 05 November 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jill Murphy

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 158.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 24

Collections

Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Jill Murphy Series: Large Family

About the Author

Jill Murphy (1949–2021) was one of Britain’s most treasured author–illustrators. She wrote and illustrated her first book, the bestselling The Worst Witch, while still only eighteen, and went on to create the award-winning Large family series, which has sold over ten million copies worldwide and been adapted for television. Jill’s other characters include a small monster called Marlon who starred in the acclaimed picture books The Last Noo-noo and All for One.

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