Description
A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside.
Nearly 40 years ago, a rediscovered diary enchanted the nation. Edith Holden's 'Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady' from 1906 captured her observations on the English countryside's changing seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations of its flora and fauna.
Now, for the first time, Edith's work been turned into an beautiful colouring book.
Featuring black & white ink illustrations based on her paintings, alongside the original handwriting from the lost journal, this is a captivating colouring book that guides you through a year in the world of this truly remarkable Edwardian lady.
Nearly 40 years ago, a rediscovered diary enchanted the nation. Edith Holden's 'Nature Notes for 1906' captured her observations on the English countryside's changing seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations of its flora and fauna.
About the Author
Edith Holden (1871-1920) was a British artist and teacher. In 1906, she recorded her observations about the countryside and seasons around her in an illustrated diary, full of exquisite watercolour paintings. In 1977, her journal was re-discovered and published as The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady.
Reviews
A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside.
* From the publisher's description *Book Information
ISBN 9780718185428
Author Edith Holden
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Michael Joseph Ltd
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 346g
Dimensions(mm) 247mm * 190mm * 10mm
