Linnets and Valerians (Hardcover)

by Elizabeth Goudge (Author), Ian Ribbons (Author)

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Hardcover: 290 pages
Publisher: Gregg Pr (April 1981)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0839827504
ISBN-13: 978-0839827504

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Four children sent to live with their starchy grandmother in Edwardian England run away and encounter a host of eccentric characters. Ages 10-14.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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When the four orphaned Linnet children are sent to live with their nasty grandmother, they decide at once that their new life is unbearable-and run away. Making their way through the English countryside, they first charm the gruff but lovable Uncle Ambrose and his gardener, Ezra, then stumble upon the eccentric Lady Alicia, who seems to have lost her family. And then the real fun begins! The Linnets start their search for the missing Valerians-but will they be thwarted by the witch Emma Cobley and her magic cat?

"Elizabeth Goudge writes with the gentleness and good humor that have long endeared her to adult readers . . . blending fantasy and fact with the sure touch of the born storyteller." (The New York Times Book Review) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I Adored Linnets And Valerians!, Jan 19 2004

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I loved Linnets and Valerians. I reccomend it to anyone of any age. Was there ever a more innocent and caring character than Nan? Or a more charming and staight-forward character as young Betsy? And the boys were to be as expected in such a book -- fine brothers.
Linnet's and Valerians casts a magic spell over any who read it. Just looking at the cover gives you an idea what a enchanting book it is. I highly reccomend it! Anyone of any age would thoroughly enjoy it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars uplifting and wonderful fantasy for kids of all ages, Sep 24 2000

By	Mary Gibson (St. Paul, MN United States) - See all my reviews

The phrasing and descriptions may be from another era, but the charm remains forever! The idea that children and adults can work together with respect and politeness is, I fear, completely foreign to today's society. It has become an "us" vs. "them" proposition. Won't you do your children a favor and read this book, or another of Goudge's, aloud to them one night?

I have yet to find any "contemporary" books that can compare to the innocent spirit and adventure of this, and other, Elizabeth Goudge books. It is a tragedy that they are so difficult to find today--I had to do an inter-library loan to get a copy to read.

Delightful escape from the brutal reality of our lifestyle of today, do yourself a favor and try to track down a copy. It will lift your spirits and make your day brighter every time you read it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I read this as a child and loved it., Aug 5 1998

By	Christina L. Sarlo (Washington, D.C.) - See all my reviews

Do all children love the dreamy side of life? I counted on books to take me to that magic place. I've looked for this books for the last 30 years in 2nd hand bookstores and never found it. I hope children in this day will still enjoy it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wishing for a reprint!
I read this book years ago and still search used bookstores for it.

Published on Mar 19 1998