Books by Lou Peacock

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

This hardcover edition of the classic tale of THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS has been read and loved by children for generations. Start a new tradition of reading this timeless tale in your home today!
•Fully illustrated in color, bringing each tale to life
•Filled with humor, adventure and imagination for children of all ages
•Great first-time reading for children as well as reading again for parents and grandparents
•Beautiful story and unforgettable characters

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

New York Public Library--Books for the Teen Age.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

When shy Mole climbs out of his hole and into the fresh spring air, he meets Ratty. The two set off for a day on the river, and thus begins this classic tale of deep friendship and adventure.
Even before the publication of the first edition in 1908, Kenneth Grahame's beloved characters appeared in gentle letters from the author to his young son. Those letters and the charming story itself inspired internationally acclaimed artist Michael Foreman to create the luminous illustrations for this unabridged edition.
Perfect for gift giving, this exquisite volume features several reproductions of Grahame's letters, along with photographs of father and son, a note about the author, an illustrator's note, and a sewn-in ribbon bookmark.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Magnificent, full-color illustrations that were created especially for this edition bring the celebrated characters of The Wind in the Willows to vivid life.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Walker Illustrated Classics is a series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated by some of today's finest artists. These exquisitely designed books, with their magnificent words and glorious pictures, are a pleasure to read – and re-read. The classics have never looked so good!

Kenneth Grahame's classic children's story tells the adventures of the amiable Mole, the dapper Water Rat and the marvellous Badger as they endeavour to keep the wayward Toad out of trouble. Sensitively abridged and beautifully illustrated with great charm and detail by Inga Moore.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

"A classic as a classic ought to look.... The illustrations wonderfully fulfill Grahame’s nostalgic vision of life on the River Bank." --School Library Journal, starred review

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Relates the escapades of four animal friends who live along a river in the English countryside--Toad, Mole, Rat, and Badger

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Mole, Water Rat, Badger, and the mischievous Toad live a quiet life on banks of the River Thames with the rest of their animal friends. But Toad tends to get into trouble, and his passion for cars eventually results in his being caught and kept a helpless prisoner in the remotest dungeon of the best-guarded castle in all the land. Dressed as a washerwoman—and with some help from his friends—Toad manages to escape the castle and begins his journey home to Toad Hall. Originally published in 1908, this magnificent new edition of Kenneth Grahame’s charming tale brings the animals' adventures to life and is accompanied by more than 70 new illustrations from award-winning artist Robert Ingpen. Fans of all ages will enjoy reliving—or reading for the first time—this heartwarming story of friendship.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

One of the best-loved children’s books of all time is updated for a new generation in a beautifully designed gift edition liberally illustrated by David Roberts.

The story begins when Mole abandons his spring cleaning to explore the world beyond his burrow. He scurries down to the riverbank, where he meets Ratty and discovers a carefree world of picnics and messing about in boats. There are adventures ahead, in the company of reckless Mr. Toad, and dangers, when the two friends venture into the Wild Wood to visit Mr. Badger. And there are events that test the friendship of the four animals to the limits, but through it all they retain their loyalty and good humor. Generations have fallen in love with Kenneth Grahame’s enduring story — and here, in a sumptuous new gift edition stunningly illustrated by David Roberts, The Wind in the Willows stands poised to capture young readers’ hearts anew.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Perfect for gift-giving--a classic illustrated by Michael Hague, in a beautifully redesigned edition.

Kenneth Grahame originally wrote The Wind in the Willows to amuse his only son. It has become a classic tale of friendship and adventure, enjoyed by countless children around the world.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

One of the most beloved classics of all time is updated for a new generation with beautiful illustrations by Grahame Baker-Smith.

There is nothing—absolutely nothing—half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.

From picnics by the river bank to the battle for Toad Hall, the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger, and the mischievous Mr. Toad have delighted generations of readers. Rediscover Kenneth Grahame's timeless classic in this complete and unabridged edition, illustrated by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Grahame Baker-Smith.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

The escapades of four animal friends who live along a river in the English countryside--Toad, Mole, Rat, and Badger.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

The hilarious and heart-warming adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad are brought to life for a new generation in this enchanting abridgement of Kenneth Grahame's beloved childhood classic, accompanied by Kate Hindley’s vibrant and appealing artwork.

One spring day, Mole peers out from his underground home to find a marvellous world awaits him. As the seasons pass, he picnics on the riverbank with Ratty, accompanies Toad on a chaotic caravan adventure, and even braves the snowy depths of the fearsome Wild Wood in search of Badger. But when Toad’s mischievous ways finally land him in trouble, can his friends come to his rescue and recapture Toad Hall from a gang of sneaky stoats and wheedling weasels?

With sumptuous details including cloth binding, foil cover, full colour illustrations throughout, textured paper jacket, ribbon marker and head and tail bands.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

The Wind in the Willows byKenneth Graham has charmed children and adults for more than a hundred years.

Sebastian Meschenmoser's lush and expressive watercolor and oil painting illustrations bring a fresh look to this unabridged and beloved classic about Rat, Mole, Toad, and Badger.

Like the gurgling river in the Wild Wood itself, readers will be joyfully swept along to join the antics of these animal friends as they try to keep the irrepressible and fast car driving Toad out of trouble in one of the greatest tales of adventure and camaraderie ever told. Meschenmoser thrills readers with more than one hundred watercolor vignettes and twelve oil paintings capturing the emotions and essence of these lovable characters.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

This beautiful hardback gift edition presents Kenneth Grahame's classic children's story, The Wind in the Willows, featuring classic full-color illustrations and stencilled page edges.

One sunny spring day, Mole decides to visit the river bank. There he meets and soon becomes firm friends with Ratty, Badger, and car-crazy Mr Toad. Life on the river couldn't be better, until Toad's reckless driving lands him in jail. When the nasty weasels and stoats decide to take over Toad Hall, it's up to the friends to save the day.

One of the greatest animal stories ever written, Kenneth Grahame's classic story remains beloved by readers all over the world. This covetable gift edition with 25 original, full-page illustrations by Tiziana Longo makes a wonderful collectible for readers of all ages.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Deluxe Children's Classics are exquisitely designed hardcover editions of classic children's literature, beautifully presented with full-color illustrations, stencilled page-edges, and decorative endpapers. Together, they make a wonderful entryway into these best-loved classics that children can treasure forever.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

Chiltern Publishing was formed in 2018 with a vision to create the most beautiful classics. Using a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques, 19th Century quality has met 21st Century technology. With wonderfully detailed covers, sparkling gilt edges, creamy pages, and stitched binding, they are the most beautiful classics ever published.

The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's novel by the British novelist Kenneth
Grahame, first published in 1908. It details the story of Mole, Ratty, and
Badger as they try to help Mr. Toad, after he becomes obsessed with motorcars
and gets into trouble. They navigate the English countryside and learn valuable lessons about friendship and loyalty. The novel was based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son, Alastair. It has been adapted numerous times for both stage and screen. The Wind in the Willows has become a classic of British literature and has been adapted multiple times in different media.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, Rene Cloke, Lou Peacock

The beloved children's classic featuring Toad, Ratty, Mole, and Badger is now available in an unabridged, paperback volume in Union Square & Co.'s Children's Signature Editions series.



Mole, Ratty, Toad, and Badger are four friends living in the Wild Wood. From racing in a motorcar to getting lost in the forest, their days are always full of high-energy antics and adventures. Today's young readers will be charmed by this story of friendship and generosity. 

Nuts!

by Lou Peacock

"This memorable story will help toddlers (and caregivers) connect behavior to the language of sharing." —Kirkus Reviews

When a little squirrel finds a big pile of nuts, she is very excited! But soon she is joined by another squirrel . . . and this squirrel thinks the nuts belong to him. When Rabbit, Bear, and Badger get involved, things get very confusing indeed! They won't even listen to wise old Owl. Will the squirrels ever learn to share?

A Whale of a Time Funny Poems for Each Day of the Year

by Lou Peacock

Winner of Good Housekeeping's 2023 Best Kids' Book Awards

Featured in The New York Times' Holiday Gift Books for Children

Named One of Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Children's Books of 2023

Named a Most Anticipated Kids' Book by Barnes & Noble

A wonderful gift for all ages, this beautiful, rib-tickling anthology is guaranteed to put a smile on your face! Whether it''s a poem about socks or spaniels, eggs or elephants, this bright and brilliant collection will bring you cheer and laughter every day. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing even more side-splitting hilarity with family and friends.



The spectacular range of poems for children includes work by John Agard, Maya Angelou, Brian Bilston, Gwendolyn Brooks, Lucille Clifton, Wendy Cope, Nikki Grimes, Nikki Giovanni, Langston Hughes, Edward Lear, Ogden Nash, Linda Sue Park, Michael Rosen, Judith Viorst, William Carlos Williams, Jane Yolen, Benjamin Zephaniah, and many more!



With a ribbon marker and poems about everything from animals, holidays, and food, to friendship, family, and feelings, A Whale of a Time is the perfect gift for any occasion.



"Oh, the lucky child who hears a poem a day read aloud from this big book of joy."

--The New York Times

Charlie Chooses

by Lou Peacock

Charlie has a hard time choosing. It doesn't matter if the choice is between flavors of ice cream, pairs of underwear, or whether to sleep with the lights on or off—the options are always overwhelming. In fact, it’s easier when Charlie doesn’t choose at all. However, with Charlie’s birthday fast approaching, he is determined to choose the absolute best gift for himself: a dog! And when a furry friend chooses him instead, making decisions suddenly becomes a little bit easier.

Don't You Know It's Bedtime?

by Lou Peacock

Open the doors in this sweet and simple bedtime story to see which of Bear's friends can't sleep!

Knock! Knock!

Who's that?

Let's open the door and see. . . .



Bear is getting ready for bed. He's had a snack, brushed his teeth, and put on his big bear pajamas when-Knock! Knock!-someone is at the door. It's Mouse! She can't sleep because she's hungry. Then Crocodile arrives and her toothbrush is broken, and, uh-oh, Lion's pajamas are too small, and wide-awake Owl isn't sleepy at all! Can Bear help his friends so they can all get a good night's sleep?

How Many Dinosaurs Is Too Many?

by Lou Peacock

Meet a crew of rambunctious dinosaurs in this adorable story about friendship.

When a dinosaur comes to play, you're sure to have lots of fun. But wouldn't 2 . . . 3 . . . 4 . . . or even 10 dinosaurs be better still? Or would they be too big, too messy, and just a little bit too naughty? Perhaps one very special dinosaur is just perfect!

Marvelous Margot

by Lou Peacock

Kindness and cake are always the BEST recipe for friendship.



It's a marvelous day in the big city. The sky is blue, the sun is shining, and Margot made a delicious cake for her best friend Oscar! Margot takes her little red wagon and off she goes with cake in tow. But by the time she reaches Oscar's house after having helped all her friends along the way, will there be ANY cake left to share?