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Tuesday 8 February 2011

Ladybirds

Don't know if you've seen a current copy of BBC Homes and Antiques magazine, but there's an interesting article on Ladybird books.  As they've always been a particular favourite, it started me wondering just what titles we have. Quite a few as it turns out.


The 'What to look for' series is a special favourite because of the Tunnicliffe illustrations.


Then a few on more on nature and the countryside...I'm sure I had these when I was small
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And then all the stories that are so familiar.  Some of these were bedtime favourites...I must have read The Little Red Hen and Chicken Licken every night for at least a year.  Funny how they lose their appeal!

Most of our copies aren't in exactly pristine condition, as you can see...plenty of tears and wax crayon in evidence...but then apart from a few rarities (needless to say we don't own any of those) it's still possible to buy copies for just a couple of quid.  Very good value.

4 comments:

  1. I remember these from my own children's childhood, we had a lot at one time but not any more unfortunately. I really like the look of those What To Look For books, might see if I can find a set for my grandchildren and possibly also myself:)

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  2. They're very endearing and enduring aren't they? I learnt to read by my dad reading 'The Farm' to me every day. I read them to my offspring and now I read them to the grandchildren. They love 'Three Billy Goats Gruff' Mx

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  3. Delightful books, of which I had plenty all alas long gone! Flighty xx

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  4. oh gosh, I remember the what to look for in winter. must hunt them out of the attic, I'm sure that's where they will be.....

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