Product Description

Where is the hedge that inspired Jill's famous stories and beautiful illustrations? How do the mice make the delicious food that is mouth-wateringly described in the stories? Where did Jill get her references for the Mill and the Dairy? All these questions and more are answered in this unique visit to Brambly Hedge. For the first time, Jill Barklem shares with her readers the story behind BRAMBLY HEDGE. This unique book contains delicious recipes for the sorts of food the mice love best, including how to make your own hazelnut butter. There are also games and activities and short stories. In amongst all this are photos of the countryside which inspired Jill Barklem to write her famous books. Combining previously unpublished artwork and photos, this is a collector's item for all ages who have come to know and love Brambly Hedge. AGE 7+ as well as appealing to adult collectors.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1996425 in Books
• Published on: 2000-11-23
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 96 pages

From Amazon.co.uk
The mice of Brambly Hedge first made an appearance in 1980 with the publication of four stories that introduced a charmingly nostalgic hedgerow world where anything could happen, but all would be well in the end.

A Visit to Brambly Hedge is published to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Jill Barklem's characters, and features brand new artwork to mark the occasion.

As the reader explores behind the scenes, trying out recipes and games that the mice enjoy, investigating hedge and plant life, learning what is safe to eat from the wild and what should be avoided, Barklem's fans gradually discover more about the enviably gentle world of the Brambly Hedge folk.

A Visit to Brambly Hedge is a pretty gift book that will delight young readers, but will appeal to lovers of old-fashioned artwork and ideals no matter what their age. (Ages 5 to 8) --Sally Hartman

About the Author
Jill Barklem was born in Epping in 1951. After an accident when she was thirteen, Jill was unable to take part in PE lessons and instead developed her talent for drawing and art. Later, she studied illustration at St Martin's in London. Jill is now a full-time illustrator, working on the series of Brambly Hedge books.