Name: Gorilla
Price: 10.71 EUR
Availability: InStock
Author: Anthony Browne
ISBN: 9781406352337

Type

Physical Book

Author

Anthony Browne

Publisher

Walker Books

Synopsis "Gorilla"

Celebrate 30 years of the classic award-winning picture book in this stunning new edition.Hannah loves gorillas but has never seen one. Her father's too busy to take her to the zoo – or for anything else come to that. For her birthday, Hannah asks her father for a gorilla – but is disappointed when she discovers that the gorilla she's got is just a toy one. But then something extraordinary happens ... the toy turns into a real gorilla, who puts on her father's hat and coat and takes her off for a magical visit to the zoo...

Anthony Browne

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Anthony Browne (United Kingdom, September 11, 1946) is a prominent author and illustrator of children's books, internationally recognized for his unique and creative style. Throughout his career, he has published more than fifty titles, combining captivating narratives with detailed illustrations that stimulate children's imagination. Among his most notable works are "Gorilla" (1983), "Voices in the Park" (1998), and "The Pig Book" (1986), all in the genre of children's literature.

In 2000, Browne was awarded the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award, recognizing his exceptional contribution to children's literature. Additionally, he served as Children's Laureate in the United Kingdom from 2009 to 2011, promoting the importance of reading and illustration in children's education.

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