by Noel Streatfeild (Author), Peter Bailey (Illustrator)
A NEW COLLECTION OF HOLIDAY STORIES BY THE BELOVED AUTHOR OF BALLET SHOES. PERFECT READING FOR LONG SUMMER DAYS.
In this captivating new collection, there are stories for every reader to enjoy: unforgettable holidays and unlikely friendships, crime-solving adventures and dancers in the spotlight for the very first time.
Originally written for annuals and magazines from the 1930s-70s, these newly discovered stories will be treasured by Noel Streatfeild fans of all ages.
Featuring beautiful illustrations by PETER BAILEY
Stories include:
The Plain One
Devon Mettle
Chicken for Supper
Flag's Circus
The Secret
Coralie
Ordinary Me
Cows Eat Flowers
Andrew's Trout
The Old Fool
Let's Go Coaching
Howard
The Quiet Holiday
Roberta
Green Silk
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 256
Publisher: Virago
Published: 20 Jun 2019
ISBN 10: 0349013055
ISBN 13: 9780349013053
Noel Streatfeild (Author)
Noel Streatfeild was born in Sussex in 1895 and was one of three sisters. After working in munitions factories and canteens for the armed forces when the First World War broke out, Noel followed her dream of being on stage and went to RADA where she became a professional actress.
She began writing children's books in 1931 and Ballet Shoes was published in 1936. She quickly became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983.