Book Lists

Books for Christening

One of the most frequent requests from our customers is for a suitable book for a christening present. The following books are intended to be keepsakes. They can be read to the child as they grow up but are attractive and desirable items in their own right.

The Lion's Children's Bible £12.99
A white leather-bound book with ribbon marker. (I've still got mine!) It contains Bible stories from the Old and New testaments which can be read individually or as a continuous narrative. Colour illustrations

The Lion First Bible £11.99
Sixty Key Bible stories from both testaments using simple vocabulary and sentence structures. A paper back version with colour illustrations

Oxford Treasury of children's poems Harrison £7.99
A varied selection of children's poems

Alice in Wonderland illustrated by Helen Oxenbury £14.99
An Alice for today with sneakers and tousled locks.

Alice in Wonderland illustrated by Tenniel £9.99
A new edition to commemorate the 125th anniversary of publication

Winnie the Pooh A.A. Milne £11.99
The original bear with illustration by Shepard

Wind in the Willows K. Grahame £12.99
The original Toad, Rat, Mole and Badger with illustrations by Shepard                                                 

Pippi Longstocking Astrid Lindgren Illustrated by Lauren Child £16.99                                                 This brand new colour gift edition gives a modern touch to this delightful character and includes limited edition, signed Lauren Child prints.

Lavender's Blue - A Book Of Nursery Rhymes £9.99                                                                                   A treasury of well known, and traditional nursery rhymes with tradition illustrations by Harold Jones.

The Little White Horse Elizabeth Goudge £20.00                                                                                     This beautifully bound collectors edition is presented in a hardback slipcase covered in purple felt, with silver design is a rare and special gift for children of all ages that enjoy horse stories with a bit of magic.

The Barefoot Book of Blessings from Many Faiths and Cultures £12.99                                                     A great book which merges many blessings with a multi-cultural twist. Perfect for the less traditional gift

The Lord Is My Shepherd, Psalm 23 Retold and Illusrated by Rob Lewis £7.99                                         A lovely retelling coupled with Rob's distinctive colourful and heartwarming illustrations make this book a winner.

The DK Family Illustrated Bible £16.99                                                                                                      A lovely hard bound, simple bible ideal for all the family.

Coll The Storyteller's Tales Of Enchantment Lucy Coats and Anthony Lewis £8.99                                   A treasury of magical tales, with a basis in old folklore and traditional yarns, at a very reasonable price.

Three Little Kittens and Other Favourite Nursery Rhymes Selected and Illustrated By Tony Ross £12.99  A large hardback book of classic nursery rhymes, with Tony Ross's unique drawing stlye adding even more delight and humour to the tales.

Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island £14.99                                                                                      A brilliant volume for adventure fans, presented in a lovely hardback cover with amazingly realistic illustrations from Robert Ingpen. Also see Ingpen's Jungle Book, Wind in the Willows, and Christmas Carol if his illustrations grab you.

Peter Pan and Wendy J.M.Barrie with illustrations by Shirley Hughes £12.99                                        The classic story, with all the lovable characters are crammed into this hardback, with delightful illustrations by Shirley, author of the Alfie series among others.