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Five Minutes' Peace

By Jill Murphy
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Five Minutes' Peace by Jill Murphy is a delightful children's book featuring Mrs Large, an elephant mother seeking a brief respite from her bustling family life. She tries to escape to the bathroom for a peaceful bath, but her young ones have other plans. The story charmingly captures the hilarious chaos of family life and the preciousness of finding a moment of calm amidst it all.
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Format: Hardback
$1699
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate funny and relatable stories about family life. It beautifully captures the chaos and humour of a busy household, making it a perfect choice for both parents and children who enjoy reading about the quest for a little peaceful time amidst life’s adorable chaos.

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Five Minutes' Peace

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Celebrate the joys of motherhood with this gorgeous Mother's Day gift edition of the modern picture book classic!

Mums everywhere will understand the plight of poor Mrs Large. All she wants is five minutes' 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 Large family, 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.

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

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Five Minutes' Peace by Jill Murphy is praised for its humorous and heart-warming depiction of family life, particularly resonating with both young readers and parents. The book is celebrated for its charming illustrations, relatable themes, and the portrayal of Mrs Large’s quest for a brief moment of tranquillity amid her children's antics. It is considered a modern classic that offers both entertainment and empathy, making it a delightful read for families.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529514384

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 December 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jill Murphy

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 287.0mm

Weight: 434g

Pages: 32

Collections

2025 Best Sellers Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Featured In Stock Kid's Books Jill Murphy

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 five 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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