The Wind in the Willows / Tanglewood Tales

by Kenneth Grahame, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Sheilah Beckett (Illustrator)

Illustrated Includes 20 beautifully crafted illustrations
Bonus Features a detailed summary, a comprehensive characters list, and an insightful author biography

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is a beloved classic that weaves together adventure, friendship, and the beauty of nature. Set along the peaceful riverbanks and within the wild woodlands of rural England, the story follows the lives of four unforgettable animal friends—Mole, Rat, Badger, and the mischievous Mr. Toad—as they embark on a series of heartwarming and often humorous escapades.

From quiet days on the river to wild car rides, daring prison escapes, and the reclaiming of a lost home, The Wind in the Willows is both an enchanting tale of adventure and a profound reflection on the values of friendship, loyalty, and finding one's place in the world. Grahame’s timeless storytelling, combined with the charm of his animal characters, has made this novel a favorite for readers of all ages.

This special illustrated edition brings the magic of The Wind in the Willows to life with 20 captivating illustrations that beautifully complement the narrative. Additionally, this edition includes a detailed summary of the story, a character list to help readers keep track of the novel’s beloved figures, and a biography of Kenneth Grahame, offering a deeper understanding of the author behind this literary masterpiece.

A perfect addition to any library, The Wind in the Willows continues to captivate readers with its gentle humor, lyrical prose, and timeless themes. Dive into this enchanting world and join Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad on their unforgettable journey!



 

501 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1966

About the author

Kenneth Grahame was a British writer. He is best remembered for the classic of children's literature The Wind in the Willows (1908). Scottish by birth, he spent most of his childhood with his grandmother in England, following the death of his mother and his father's inability to look after the children. After attending St Edward's School in Oxford, his ambition to attend university was thwarted and he joined the Bank of England, where he had a successful career. Before writing The Wind in the Willows, he published three other books: Pagan Papers (1893), The Golden Age (1895), and Dream Days (1898).

Reviews

[Vanitha Narayan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun and heartwarming :)
Mr. Toad...

[Julia · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was my family’s third try as a read aloud, and as they say, third time’s the charm. We read a lot of books together and although I didn’t dislike the book and my kids did sit this time and listened without groaning (the first two times when I ditched it they did) it just wasn’t our cup of tea. I am glad we finally read it. I had never heard the story before, but it just wasn’t our favorite.
As a read aloud there is a point I wanted to make to whom ever is the reader, the sentences in this book are long. It makes it difficult to pace your breathing. Also, I think the longer sentences made the book difficult to get into. My children listen to a lot of books and read well, but the sentence structure did not add to the cadence or the quality of the read. It just seemed an authorial preference and maybe as a silent read to oneself it would be fine, but it was a struggle the first few days we sat down to this book.
Also, the book didn’t seem to know what kind of book it was: sentimental, a friendship adventure story, a fairy story, a story about an arrogant toad. It felt disjointed.
I am happy to have the book read. I know it is a much loved story by many and for that reason it’s comforting to be able to share this book experience with such a large readership.

[Ronan De · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorites. Lovely writing and amazing characters.

[dar :3 · Rating 4 out of 5]

will definitely be a comfort read