By Colin Dann (author) , Jacqueline Tettmar (illustrator) Part of the HarperCollins Children's Classics series
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First published as a series of shorter books, The Animals of Farthing Wood has been enthralling readers for over 30 years and has never fallen out of print. The animals must unite in adversity for this is a story about tolerance, and cooperation. Both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, this classic story continues to appeal and capture children's imaginations. Tackling a range of topical issues and in particular the environment, this novel was awarded the National Award for Children's Literature.
Both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, The Animals of Farthing Wood is a classic story of animal adventure and the fight for survival.
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'We must all find a new home. Now - before it's too late!'
Farthing Wood is being bulldozed, and there's a drought. Fox, Badger, Toad, Tawny Owl, Mole and the other animals must band together and set off to a far-away nature reserve. Their journey is full of adventure and fraught with disasters, and the animals must work together to survive.
The Animals of Farthing Wood is one of the most popular animal stories in children's literature and is still in print nearly 40 years after first publication.
This edition features cover art by award-winning illustrator, Sam Usher and special bonus contentl including a Q&A with Colin Dann.
'The Animals of Farthing Wood always made me very happy' - Alison Flood, Guardian
Colin Dann was born in Richmond, London, in 1943. After leaving the local grammar school he worked first for a large textile company before his real love – the world of books – brought him a job in publishing. He worked for William Collins, Sons & Co. for 13 years. During this time, in odd hours at home, Colin wrote his first book, The Animals of Farthing Wood , which was published finally in 1979 after years of trying. It was an immediate success, winning awards is now translated into sixteen languages. The book has never been out of print since its first publication 25 years ago. Six sequels and one prequel have followed and enjoyed similar success.
In 1992 a major animation series based on the Farthing Wood stories was broadcast by the BBC and it stole the hearts of children throughout Britain and Europe.
Colin has been a leading children’s author for more than twenty years. In addition to the Farthing Wood books he has written many other animal stories, and is currently working on a sequence of novels about a pride of African Lions.
Colin lives with his wife and their cat in a converted Oast house on the Kent/Sussex border. To relax, Colin goes for long walks in the country, reads and listens to music. His favourite book is The Count of Monte Cristo , Winnie the Pooh is his favourite character while Bill Bryson is his preferred author.
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Both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, The Animals of Farthing Wood is a classic story of animal adventure and the fight for survival.'We must all find a new home. Now - before it's too late!'Farthing Wood is being bulldozed, and there's a drought.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Animals of Farthing Wood and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
The Animals of Farthing Wood features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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The Animals of Farthing Wood was written by Colin Dann and published by Farshore an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
The Animals of Farthing Wood has 379 pages
Yes it is part of HarperCollins Children's Classics series
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