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The Peacock And Parrot On Their Tour To Discover The Author Of "The Peacock At Home": Illustrated With Engravings

The Peacock And Parrot On Their Tour To Discover The Author Of "The Peacock At Home": Illustrated With Engravings

Mulready, William

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Poetry

ISBN10: 9354368174
ISBN13: 9789354368172
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 1 2021
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.11 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A peacock and a parrot set out on a quest, their wings bright against the English countryside, determined to solve a literary mystery. Who wrote The Peacock at Home? Their journey, told in lively verse and brought to life with exquisite engraved plates, is a feast for the imagination-a talking birds adventure that has delighted generations of children and adults alike. First published in the early 19th century, The Peacock And Parrot On Their Tour To Discover The Author Of 'The Peacock At Home' stands as a rare gem among antique illustrated children's books. William Mulready's narrative poem for children sparkles with wit, gentle satire, and the playful spirit of animal fable. Regency England's fascination with birds, manners, and nursery rhymes finds new wings in this charming storybook, where every page invites discovery. The bird characters' journey unfolds with humour and heart, offering both a classic bedtime readaloud and a rich resource for homeschool literature study. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For lovers of Georgian era nursery rhymes, engraved plates storybooks, and early 19th century verse, this is more than a delightful animal tale; it is a piece of literary history, ready to enchant a new generation.

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