ABC UK

Author(s): James Dunn

Children's

From Arthur to Zero Degrees Longitude, this unusual alphabet book offers a multifaceted portrait of British culture and tradition. Included are people, places, and things familiar to many readers -- the Beatles, Stonehenge, Wellington boots -- along with the decidedly unfamiliar Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerchwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, a railway station in Wales. Helen Bate's imaginative, brilliantly colored illustrations contain a wealth of intriguing detail to engage and stimulate young minds. Further information on each topic is included at the back of the book,

General Information

  • : 9781845076962
  • : 6426
  • : 6426
  • : 0.408
  • : 17 July 2008
  • : United Kingdom
  • : books

Other Specifications

  • : James Dunn
  • : Paperback
  • : 7-Aug
  • : Helen J. Bate
  • : 421.1
  • : 40pp
  • : colour illustrations

More About The Product

An alphabet book with a contemporary, diverse picture of British culture and achievements Two-level text makes this a book to share with young children and older children alike Includes a final spread with further information on each of the themes chosen Strong gift sales potential for visitors to the UK and friends abroad

James Dunn's family comes from Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales. He grew up in the Scottish Highlands and lives in North London, where he works in publishing. When it comes to sport he is not one of those who supports Scotland and whoever's playing against England. This is his first book. Helen Bate is an exciting and versatile new illustrator, who previously qualified as an architect. Her work for Frances Lincoln includes the Purple Class stories by Sean Taylor and Sita, Snake-Queen of Speed by Franzeska Ewart. She is also the publisher of Pictures to Share, a series of illustrated books for people with dementia. She currently lives in Cheshire.