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When We Were Very Young

By A. A. Milne
Series: Winnie-the-Pooh – Classic Editions
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When We Were Very Young by A. A. Milne is a delightful collection of children's poetry that captures the whimsy and charm of childhood. Through a series of playful rhymes and illustrations, Milne introduces readers to a magical world where everyday moments become extraordinary adventures. This book is perfect for young readers and adults alike, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the wonders of being young.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love whimsical poems filled with charm and imagination, perfect for children or those young at heart. Its delightful verses, often inspired by the innocence and curiosity of childhood, capture the simple joys and adventures of growing up. A. A. Milne's playful language and engaging rhythm make it a timeless classic for sharing magical moments with children.

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When We Were Very Young

“They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace – Christopher Robin went down with Alice.”

The original, timeless and definitive version of the poetry collection created by A.A.Milne and E.H.Shepard. An ideal gift for children and adults.

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“They're changing guard at Buckingham Palace – Christopher Robin went down with Alice.”

Curl up with A. A. Milne’s classic book of poetry for children, When We Were Very Young. This is the first volume of rhymes written especially for children by Milne – as popular now as when they were first written.

This collection is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children’s poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we’ve come to expect from Milne's favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.

This book is all the more special due to E. H. Shepard’s decorations, which are shown in full, glorious colour. They are truly iconic and contributed to him being known as ‘the man who drew Pooh’.

Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?

  • Winnie-the-Pooh
  • The House at Pooh Corner
  • When We Were Very Young
  • Now We Are Six
  • Return to the Hundred Acre Wood
  • The Best Bear in All the World
  • Once There Was a Bear
  • Tales from the Forest
  • Winter in the Wood

The nation’s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milne’s classic children’s stories – featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself – are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.

Pooh ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you’re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Series: Winnie-the-Pooh – Classic Editions

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When We Were Very Young receives praise for its charm and timeless appeal, filled with whimsical poetry and gentle wisdom that resonates with both children and adults. It is often seen as the perfect comfort read, especially during challenging times, as noted by reviewers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405280853

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 February 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Illustration: (With gorgeous full colour decorations by E.H.Shepard)

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by E. H. Shepard

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 400g

Pages: 112

Collections

A. A. Milne Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Winnie-the-Pooh – Classic Editions

About the Author

A.A.Milne was born in London in 1882 and became a highly successful writer of plays, poems and novels. He based Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet and friends on the real nursery toys of his son Christopher Robin and published the first book of their adventures together in 1926. Since then, Pooh has become a world-famous bear, and Milne’s stories have been translated into seventy-two languages.

E.H.Shepard was born in London in 1879. He was an artist, illustrator and cartoonist and went on to draw the original decorations to accompany Milne’s classic stories, earning him the name ‘the man who drew Pooh’.

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