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Charlotte's Web

70th Anniversary Edition

E B White author Garth Williams illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:3rd Jul '14

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This beloved tale follows Fern and her efforts to save Wilbur, her pig friend, with the help of Charlotte, a wise spider.

In Charlotte's Web, readers are introduced to the heartwarming tale of a little girl named Fern who forms an extraordinary bond with a pig named Wilbur. When Fern discovers that her uncle intends to slaughter Wilbur for bacon, she takes a stand for her beloved friend, showcasing the depths of her compassion and love. Fern's determination to save Wilbur sets off a series of events that brings together a charming cast of characters, including Charlotte, a wise and caring spider, and Templeton, a gluttonous rat with a knack for mischief.

As the story unfolds, Charlotte's Web beautifully illustrates the themes of friendship, loyalty, and the cycle of life. Charlotte, with her remarkable web-spinning abilities, devises a clever plan to convince the humans that Wilbur is special. Her famous message, Some Pig! etched into her web, captures the attention of the farm and ultimately changes Wilbur's fate. The narrative is filled with tender moments and humorous escapades that resonate with readers of all ages.

E. B. White's exquisite prose and Garth Williams' delightful illustrations create a timeless classic that continues to enchant generations. Charlotte's Web is not just a story about a pig and a spider; it is a celebration of the bonds that connect us, the importance of standing up for those we love, and the beauty of life in all its forms.

An unusual and witty story which provides a gentle introduction to questions of mortality, Charlotte's Web is a modern classic. * BookTrust *
From grammar to the tenderness in which this story is delivered, E. B. White's writing is so perfect... And Garth William's muted illustrations are entirely without fault. Whether read aloud or solo, this is a book well deserving of it's 'classic' status. * The Children's Book Review *
An extraordinary story, exquisitely written, with unforgettable passages of dialogue and description, that confronts the dilemma of our relationship with farm animals. Witty, and in places, desperately sad this is a book where animals talk yet remain who they are, themselves. A book to make you cry. -- Michael Morpurgo * Lovereading4kids *

ISBN: 9780141354828

Dimensions: 198mm x 130mm x 18mm

Weight: 194g

272 pages