9780060265052: The Tall Book of Make-Believe - AbeBooks - Jane Werner: 0060265051 Refresh and try again. The book disappeared from her house over the years and it took me a lot of internet research to figure out the exact title. Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2012. In particular, I like vintage children's books with wonderful illustrations. Hide other formats and editions. Wish they would print this again...great collection of classic stories and poems. I have been looking for this book for a price below $100 for over 6 years!!!! Hardcover – March 1, 1992. by Harper and Brothers. Tattered and missing its cover, this book is loved. ...more. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published The stories are nice and the illustrations are like the olden books. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It's a classic in my family. Way back in 1963, my friend Tonio's mother went to a book signing at our local bookshop here in San Antonio and met one Mr. Garth Williams. THE TALL BOOK OF MAKE-BELIEVE. This was one of my favorite books as a child and I wish I still had it. To see what your friends thought of this book. Buy The tall book of make-believe by Jane Werner (Compiled by) online at Alibris. It was a major inspiration to me in becoming a career illustrator today. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. This American classic of children’s stories and poems was compiled by Jane Werner in 1950, and from the start this book captured my imagination. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. Lots of books. One of my favorites from childhood. Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2015. This is a book of select fairy tales from the 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. This book has been passed down from my grandparents and was read to us when we were kids. The Tall Book of Make Believe Selected by Jane Werner Pictures by Garth WilliamsBad Mousie Martha Ward DudleyThank you for reading with me Story Time Bunnies This was one of my most beloved books of stories, rhymes, verse. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner / Garth Williams Vintage 1950. Book shows some wear due to its vintage age. Great Books to Give the Kids This Holiday. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. This is the best, most unique collection of stories for children! just the other day at my local Goodwill. By paw | 2 May 2016 | Category Reminiscing. We’d love your help. March 1st 1992 Growing up, one of my favorite books was The Tall Book of Make Believe. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. The illustrations by Garth Williams are amazing, whether a little bunny pouring tea or a large robust owner of a lollipop store. Walter de la Mare, Lewis Carroll, Robert Louis Stevenson, Katherine Mansfield, and other masters of fantasy are included in this collection of over thiry favorites, Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed (board book) (A Five Little Monkeys Story), The Giant Golden Book of Elves and Fairies (A Golden Classic). Start by marking “The Tall Book of Make-Believe” as Want to Read: Error rating book. It was magic. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for The Tall Book of Make-Believe Jane Werner Garth Williams 1950 at the best online prices at eBay! The illustrations in this book are by Garth Williams, who is one of the great childrens book illustrators of all time. Finally saw it on Amazon and scooped it up. Aug 6, 2014 - From The Tall Book of Make Believe Selected by Jane Werner Pictures by Garth Williams Copyright 1950 History Philosophy(PARCHMENT EDITION! We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition - starting at $255.00. We and our partners process personal data such as IP Address, Unique ID, browsing data for: Use precise geolocation data | Actively scan device characteristics for identification.. I'd like a copy. One of my fondest early childhood memories is my great-grandmother reading this book every time we came to visit. I loved the shape too, and the collection of stories and poems that were chosen, reading and rereading. The song was produced by Andy Hill with music by Hill and lyrics by ex-King Crimson member Peter Sinfield. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. The illustrations by Garth Williams have stayed with me for my whole life and I wanted to share them with another generation. This book is a collection of stories and poems with a fantasy/make believe theme. I loved reading the stories when we visited my grandparents. The best place to look is Amazon where sellers will occasionally post copies in the $80 range (mint copies fetch up to $600). 1/375) 1884! Even better when you find them for a steal at Goodwill. "The Land of Make Believe" is a 1981 single by British band Bucks Fizz. Tragically, this book was only published once in 1950 so good luck finding a book for less than a hundred dollars. I liked Susan and the Bears and the one with the flat girl. The Tall Book of Make-Believe Hardcover – March 1, 1992. Some partners do not ask for your consent to process your data, instead, they rely on their legitimate business interest. Creepy and unforgettable. The smell of the book when I opened it, run straight to my head. The Tall Book of Make-Believe by Jane Werner. The Tall Book of Make-Believe. The Tall Book of Make Believe holds the most lasting memories of all the books I read as a child. Wonderful pictures that sent my imagination wandering. in English in 1936 from the University of Wisconsin, began a career in publishing, and became a prolific writer who specialized in non-fiction. Price. I am ridiculously excited. We still have a copy :). 4.9 out of 5 stars 49. I was stunned by the illustration and the beauty of the poetry. Favorite book from childhood so I willingly paid a lot of money for this used book. Illustrated in color by Garth Williams. Jane Werner Illustrated by Garth Williams. I remember I read this book when I a teenage, about 8-10 years ago. Sage Rare and Collectible Books delivered the book on time and in good shape. It has some lovely poetry, and some laugh-out-loud stories such as "The Very Mischief" by Lesley Frost, and "How they bring back the village of cream puffs when the wind blows it away," by Carl Sandburg, as well as the adorable "Susan's Bears." 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