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Mary Poppins Collection - by P L Travers (Hardcover)

Mary Poppins Collection - by  P L Travers (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Since the 1934 publication of "Mary Poppins, " the exploits of this magical nanny have delighted generations. In honor of the book's 80th anniversary, the first four tales are collected in this sumptuous volume along with a retrospective essay. Illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Since the 1934 publication of <i>Mary</i><i>Poppins, </i> stories of this magical nanny have delighted children and adults the world over. This lush collection includes the first four tales by P. L. Travers, illustrated by Mary Shepard: <i>Mary Poppins, Mary Poppins Comes Back, Mary Poppins Opens the Door, </i>and <i>Mary Poppins in the</i><i>Park.</i> Featuring a gilded cover, a foreword by Gregory Maguire, and an essay by P. L. Travers about the writing of <i>Mary Poppins</i>, this handsome volume will make a lovely gift for fans new and old. Travel on the east wind to Cherry Tree Lane with Mary in these stories that inspired films, the stage show, and young imaginations the world over.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>P. L. Travers</b> (1899-1996) was a drama critic, travel essayist, reviewer, lecturer, and the creator of Mary Poppins, as well as several other books for adults and children. <p><b>Mary Shepard </b>(1910-2000) was the daughter of Ernest Shepard, illustrator of the Winnie the Pooh books and <i>The Wind in the</i><i>Willows.</i> Her illustration work on Mary Poppins books spanned fifty years.</p></p>

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