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Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

Robert Frost author PJ Lynch illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Walker Books Ltd

Published:3rd Nov '22

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An exquisite picture book based on Robert Frost's poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" illustrated by master artist, P. J. Lynch.

The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.


Award-winning artist-author P.J. Lynch brings Robert Frost's iconic poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" to life with his atmospheric and exquisitely detailed illustrations. The horse and its mysterious rider are expertly rendered against the striking background of a dark woods shrouded in snow. This edition is the perfect gift for adults and children alike.

Robert Frost’s 1922 poem is given a breathtaking new life with PJ Lynch’s unparalleled illustrations. […] An heirloom book that would be a perfect gift for any home. * Sunday Times, “The 60 children’s books you should buy this Christmas as chosen by the booksellers of Ireland” *
Wonderfully atmospheric illustrations, a real sense of pacing and just the right amount of visual detail. * Irish Independent, The best illustrated poetry for young bookworms *
Nobody does snow like PJ Lynch, and his illustrations in this picturebook are stunning. He brings Frost’s classic 1922 poem to enchanting life. * Irish Independent, 56 cracking reads to keep kids entertained this Christmas *
A pure seasonal delight […] my picture book of the year. -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *
[…] the perfect pre-Christmas story and even better as Christmas gift to treasure forever. * Armadillo Magazine *

ISBN: 9781529506341

Dimensions: 265mm x 290mm x 8mm

Weight: 350g

32 pages