Trewenna hates the scratchy red petticoats that are traditional in her Cornish village. But when the village is surprised by an invasion of Napoleon's army, the petticoats are vital to Trewenna's inventive and amusing plan to frighten the soldiers away. Full color.
Sarah Garland has written and illustrated over forty picture books and adventure stories for young children. She is best known for her warm and witty portrayals of family relationships, and for her outstanding work for preschool picture books.
She lives in the beautiful village of Chedworth in the Cotswolds with her husband, artist David Garland.