{"title":"Jim Downer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our delightful collection of books by Jim Downer, an author who wonderfully captures the imagination of young readers. Known particularly for his charming children's books, Downer crafts enchanting tales that stir curiosity and joy in the hearts of both kids and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his much-loved stories is \u003cem\u003eTimmy the Tug\u003c\/em\u003e, a heart-warming journey that follows the adventures of a plucky little tugboat. This tale is sure to engage children with its vivid characters and delightful narrative, making it a must-have addition to any child's bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJim Downer's storytelling is imbued with a delightful sense of wonder and gentle life lessons, making his works perfect for bedtime reading or classroom engagement. Dive into our collection and explore a world where imagination knows no bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"timmy-the-tug-by-ted-hughes-9780500514962","title":"Timmy the Tug","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTimmy was a paddle-boat, sound as a gong,\u003cbr\u003eNot a worm in his timbers, fresh paint all over.\u003cbr\u003eHe was hale as a whale and twice as strong,\u003cbr\u003eAnd he sailed on the peaceful river.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo begins the enchanting tale of \u003ci\u003eTimmy the Tug\u003c\/i\u003e and his subsequent adventures as he escapes his moorings and explores the high seas. With his heart in the right place, Timmy struggles at first to be as helpful as he would like to be, despite all his efforts. However, by trying and trying and trying again, he at last saves a beautiful ship in distress and so recovers his sense of pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally written in the mid-1950s and only recently rediscovered, the lyrical poem by Ted Hughes, written to accompany a story that was conceived and delightfully illustrated in watercolour by his friend Jim Downer, is presented here as a facsimile of the original manuscript.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46350274855148,"sku":"9780500514962","price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4970483482366.jpg?v=1744181618"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jim-downer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}