The Velveteen Rabbit & Other Classic Children’s Stories

The touching story of The Velveteen Rabbit is a magical tale about the bond between a little boy and his favourite toy animal. It’s a story about the transforming power of love that has been enjoyed by generations since it was first published in 1922.

This Macmillan Collector’s Library edition is a beautiful, cloth-bound hardback with gorgeous, classic illustrations throughout. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This anthology is edited by author and critic Nicolette Jones.

The theme of kindness runs through this lovely collection of stories. There’s Kenneth Grahame’s Reluctant Dragon, more interested in writing poetry than being fierce; in ’The Land of the Blue Flower’ by Frances Hodgson Burnett, a young king encourages his citizens to plant flowers; and frosty Aunt Kapp succumbs to the warmth and charm of her family. Many stories in the book are accompanied by delightful illustrations.

Nicolette Jones is an author and critic who has long been the children’s books reviewer of The Sunday Times, and whose life has been full of books since her own childhood. She was nominated for the Eleanor Farjeon Award for an outstanding contribution to the world of children’s books and is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.