Enid blyton, the christmas book 1945, signed by the author and publishers. Enid blytons dedication to writing was about 40 years of her life. First of a series 1952 enid blytons animal lovers book 1952 enid blytons colour strip book 1952 enid blytons omnibus 1952 five have a wonderful time 1952 mandy, mops and cubby again 1952 mangy, mops and cubby find a house 1952 mary mouse and her bicycle 1952 mr. She wrote over 700 books and about 2,000 short stories, including favourites such as the famous five,the secret seven, the magic faraway tree, malory towers and noddy. The christmas book by enid blyton, first edition abebooks. So writing this book must have been much enjoyable by enid blyton. All of them capture the spirit of christmas, from people who dont believe in santa claus even there are 25 stories in this lovely book perfect for december, as if you start reading the book on 1 dec, and read the first story on that day, then read the second story on 2 dec. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Enid blyton lashings of information about the childrens. Retro childrens reading book bedtime story animal cats dogs.
Malory towers collection 2, books 46 by enid blyton. Here is a most unusual christmas book which all children will like to have and many grownups too. Enid blyton first edition in antiquarian and collectable. Set in the fictitious village of peterswood based on bourne end, close to marlow, buckinghamshire, the children larry laurence daykin, fatty frederick trotteville, pip philip hilton, daisy margaret daykin. It features mary a girl from 200 years ago who reads the nativity story and wishes that she could have given the baby her doll. From her first poetry book, between 1920s to 1930s, she contributed to many educational publications. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Vintage 1969 enid blyton book bimbo and topsy dean and son ltd. The enid blyton holiday book online version index page. Enid blytons christmas stories by enid blyton, 9781444922578, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Vintage the first christmas by enid blyton illustrated 1945 published by methuen well used copy but. Enid blyton project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Blyton s books are still enormously popular, and have been translated into 90 languages. Christmas carol from enid blytons book of the year, 1941. Tumpy plays a trick on saucepan 1952 my first enid blyton book. Browse and buy a vast selection of enid blyton ephemera collections. The first christmas 1945, methuen, enid blyton, paul. First published in 1945 by methuen book 1 of 4 in this category. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. The first was published in 1943 and the last in 1961. With over 700 titles published, enid blyton s stories remain timeless classics, adored by children throughout the world. Vintage the first christmas by enid blyton illustrated 1945published by methuenwell used copy but a lovely book.
I adore christmassy reads, and as enid blyton was one of my favourite childhood authors, i could not resist purchasing an electronic copy of christmas tales. Dust jacket has two sections missing on the spine and shows light fading and creasing see photos. Enid blyton wrote many popular series including the famous five, the five findouters, the barney mysteries, malory towers, st clares, the secret seven, the adventure series, the secret series, and many more. Its been 75 years since enid blyton published her first famous five book and if you have one of the first edition copies lying around you could make a pretty penny credit. This kindle edition features a new cover illustration and revised text to bring the dialogue up to date for a whole new generation of readers and also includes a personalized note dated 14 june 2010 from enid blytons. Details about the first christmas 1945, methuen, enid blyton, paul henning, first edition. The first christmas by enid blyton 1945 1st edition book with dust jacket illust. In the 2008 costa book awards, enid blyton was voted the bestloved author, ahead of roald dahl, jk rowling and shakespeare. This also includes a longer, novella length story, about a family preparing for christmas. Enid blyton is one of the mostloved authors in childrens publishing. She wrote on a wide range of topics including education, natural history, fantasy, mystery, and biblical. The little king from enid blytons book of the year, 1941. Enid mary blyton 11 august 1897 28 november 1968 was an english childrens writer whose books have been among the worlds bestsellers since the 1930s, selling more than 600 million copies. It is the fourth book in enid blytons popular famous five series.
For the best chance of winning, increase your maximum bid. She weekly wrote sunny stories for little folks which eventually became sunny stories. Full page illustration the christmas tree 0014 the pixie in the pond 0107 page 0108 page 0109 page 0110. Enid blyton s christmas tales transport you back into a time where things were a little more simple and innocent and where not everything was about the material side of christmas. Soon after enid blyton was born in 1897, she fell gravely ill with whooping cough. Discover book depositorys huge selection of enid blyton books online. Ive got a wonderful april and equally thrilling easter poem for you all today from the enid blyton poetry book. Order of enid blyton books british childrens author enid blyton 18971968 is one of the most prolific authors in the english language, having sold over 600 million books. More information about this seller contact this seller 1. So says enid blyton on the flap and i can only agree with her.
The first christmas 1945, methuen, enid blyton, paul henning, first edition. Booktopia has enid blytons christmas stories, contains 25 classic tales by enid blyton. I would have undoubtedly liked the collection far more as a child. The five findouters and dog, also known as the five findouters, is a series of childrens mystery books written by enid blyton. Infact, her books have been translated into over 90 languages and are still enjoyed across the globe. The enid blyton society was formed in early 1995 and its aim is to provide a focal point for collectors and enthusiasts of enid blyton through its magazine, the enid blyton society journal, its annual enid blyton day, and its website. Do you have these famous five books lying around at home. Hallo, little mary mouse 1945 more adventures of mary mouse 1943 mary mouse and her family 1946. I read this book as a youngster and was completely taken into the spirit of the season with the children benny, susan, ann and peter. Find the first christmas by blyton, enid at biblio. There are other enid blyton collections, such as christmas or summer holiday stories.
Enid blyton, the christmas book 1945, signed by the. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. I have tried to do this in rough chronological order, but many dates given refer to when a story was published in a book. Vintage the first christmas by enid blyton illustrated. Publication date 1988 topics childrens short stories in english 1900 1945 texts. The baby would have been darrell waterss first child and it. Enid blytons christmas stories, contains 25 classic tales. Book is in excellent condition with just minor bumping to one corner and top of cover. The naughtiest girl is a monitor enid blyton vintage book 1945 first edition.
This is a list of 762 books by enid blyton 18971968, an english childrens writer who also wrote under the pseudonym of mary pollock. Enid blyton s books have sold over 500 million copies and have been translated into other languages more often than any other childrens author. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. A christmas tale from enid blytons book of the year, 1941. Mr icy cold and other storie by enid blyton 1993 original text from 1945 hardback book very charming twink62gb. With over 75 years and counting since enid blyton s st clare series, and 70 years since the first publication of malory towers, we have put together a wonderful selection of enid blyton books, including new anniversary editions of these beloved series. In true enid blyton style each story shows how kindness is rewarded in many different ways and naughtiness will always be punished. Author enid blyton was born august 11, 1897 in east dulwich, london, and died on november 28, 1968, months after her husband died. Her husband was major hugh alexander pollack, dso 18881971, and got married shortly after he divorced his first wife that he had two sons with. In this collection it is called, a family christmas, and was first published as, the christmas book, in 1944. Very good in slightly edge rubbed dust jacket with just a little light fraying to the spine tips. After discovering she was pregnant in the spring of 1945, blyton miscarried five months later, following a fall from a ladder. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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