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Five Minutes' Peace
The much-loved family favourite and a perfect gift for Mother's Day
Series: Large Family
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Celebrate thirty years of the Large family in this stunning anniversary edition of a modern picture book classic.
"If you are not familiar with these stories, you really have not lived ... you just couldn't get better" Guardian
A stunning 30th anniversary edition of a family picture book favourite, this is the story of Mrs Large the elephant β who just needs five minutes of peace and quiet away from her boisterous children! So, taking refuge in the bathroom, she fills herself a hot, foamy bubble bath and takes in a tray of her favourite breakfast and the morning paper. But thereβs never a dull moment with the Larges, and it soon becomes clear that mum's quiet time is to be very short-lived!
Family life is beautifully observed in this warm and funny modern classic from Jill Murphy, one of Britain's most treasured author-illustrators.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Five Minutes' Peace by Jill Murphy is praised for its relatable portrayal of family life, capturing the everyday chaos familiar to both parents and toddlers. The book's humour and warmth make it a timeless classic, resonating with readers for its authentic depiction of parenthood. The special edition release has been celebrated for bringing the charming and illustrative tale to a new generation, as both children and adults continue to connect with Mrs Large's quest for a moment of serenity.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781406361902
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 February 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Jill Murphy
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 282.0mm
Height: 237.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Jill Murphy (1949-2021) was one of Britainβs most treasured authorβillustrators. She wrote and illustrated her first book, the bestselling The Worst Witch, while still only eighteen, and went on to create the award-winning Large family series, which has sold over ten million copies worldwide and been adapted for television. Jillβs other characters include a small monster called Marlon who starred in the acclaimed picture books The Last Noo-noo and All for One.
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