The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes, Charles Keeping An enduringly popular poem in a beautifully illustrated edition for children. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor,And the highwayman came riding-Riding-riding-The highwayman came riding, up to the old inn-door. In Alfred Noyess thrilling poem, charged with drama and tension, we ride with the highwayman and recoil from the terrible fate that befalls him and his sweetheart Bess, the landlords daughter. The vivid imagery of thewriting is matched by Charles Keepings haunting illustrations which won him the Kate Greenaway Medal. This new edition features rescanned artwork to capture the breath-taking detail of Keepings illustrations and a striking new cover. Notes Alfred Noyes classic poem is brought to life by Charles Keepings stunning illustrations, making the text accessible to a new generation of children. Ages: 9-11yrs. Author Biography Charles Keeping was twice winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal. Review `Keepings illustrations are amongst the most powerful images ever to have appeared in childrens literature.Books for Keeps`The striking quality of these classic poems is such that they still offer excitement and intensity for todays young readers with Keepings unique interpretation providing a marvellous way into the poetry.Dave Chant, Carousel Promotional Words and pictures to take your breath away Long Description The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor,And the highwayman came riding-Riding-riding-The highwayman came riding, up to the old inn-door. In Alfred Noyess thrilling poem, charged with drama and tension, we ride with the highwayman and recoil from the terrible fate that befalls him and his sweetheart Bess, the landlords daughter. The vivid imagery of thewriting is matched by Charles Keepings haunting illustrations which won him the Kate Greenaway Medal. This new edition features rescanned artwork to capture the breath-taking detail of Keepings illustrations and a striking new cover. Review Text `Keepings illustrations are amongst the most powerful images ever to have appeared in childrens literature.Books for Keeps`The striking quality of these classic poems is such that they still offer excitement and intensity for todays young readers with Keepings unique interpretation providing a marvellous way into the poetry.Dave Chant, Carousel Review Quote "Keepings illustrations are amongst the most powerful images ever to have appeared in childrens literature." --Books for Keeps Promotional "Headline" Words and pictures to take your breath away Feature The Highwayman was voted at number 15 in the BBC poll of the nations 100 favourite poems.A great poem for reading aloud and committing to memory, especially in this year of the government-funded Poetry By Heart initiative.Winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal upon publication and life sales of over 133,000 copies.Previous edition ISBN: 9780192723703.The ultimate paranormal romance - written 100 years before Twilight.A poem that inspired Julia Donaldson to write The Highway Rat Details ISBN0192794426 Author Charles Keeping Language English Year 2013 ISBN-10 0192794426 ISBN-13 9780192794420 Format Paperback Media Book Illustrator Charles Keeping Pages 32 Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 821.912 Short Title HIGHWAYMAN Birth 1880 Death 1958 UK Release Date 2013-09-05 NZ Release Date 2013-09-05 Illustrations Full Colour Publisher Oxford University Press Publication Date 2013-09-05 Imprint Oxford University Press Audience Childrens (6-12) AU Release Date 2013-10-07 Audience Age 8-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:53390663;

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