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The Little Grey Men Paperback – 21 August 2012
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- Publisher : Oxford University Press UK; Reissue edition (21 August 2012)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 256 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0192793500
- ISBN-13 : 978-0192793508
- Dimensions : 19.9 x 1.91 x 13.1 cm
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A beautiful reissue of this charming and much-loved classic
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'B.B.' was born as D. J. Watkins-Pitchford in 1905 in Northamptonshire. He studied at the Royal College of Art and was for many years the art master at Rugby School. He has written many books for both children and adults, all of which reflect his naturalist's knowledge and passion for the countryside. The Little Grey Men and its sequel, Down the Bright Stream, are two of his most well-known and best-loved books and in 1942 The Little Grey Men won the prestigious Carnegie Medal.
About the Author
'B.B.' was born as D. J. Watkins-Pitchford in 1905 in Northamptonshire. He studied at the Royal College of Art and was for many years the art master at Rugby School. He has written many books for both children and adults, all of which reflect his naturalist's knowledge and passion for the countryside. The Little Grey Men and its sequel, Down the Bright Stream, are two of his most well-known and best-loved books and in 1942 The Little Grey Men won the prestigious Carnegie Medal.
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Tracey A
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!!!!!!!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 July 2020Verified Purchase
OMG!!! I remember reading this as a little girl and really enjoying it; I never thought I would ever find it again! After asking at the local library in the past I had given up all hope, but thanks to a chef on "Great British Menu" (when they were celebrating children's literature), his description of the book he was using for inspiration brought back memories. I immediately searched Amazon for it, found it, downloaded it, and finally, as a rather mature adult, read it once more. Absolutely enthralling!!! Brought back so many memories. Can't believe after all these years I have found the book of my childhood. Thanks GBM, and thanks Amazon for stocking it. I also downloaded the sequal "Down The Bright Stream" which, although wasn't so good, was also very readable and enjoyable (and more childhood memories)
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E.Meredith
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My favourite childhood book of all time
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 November 2020Verified Purchase
This is a compelling, magical read for child or adult. I loved reading as a child, and this was my favourite book by far.
I was entranced by the way the natural world is described - a world I knew so well myself and the realistic way the brothers interact. It is an exciting, wonderful, educational, beautifully written story which you'll never forget.
I've never read a children's book I loved with all my heart like this one. It is as brilliant on re-reading as an adult as it was then, with it's exquisitely observed nature descriptions, it's original Lino cut prints and it's original musical scores, all done by the author. All children will be the richer for knowing this book.
Highest recommendation.
I was entranced by the way the natural world is described - a world I knew so well myself and the realistic way the brothers interact. It is an exciting, wonderful, educational, beautifully written story which you'll never forget.
I've never read a children's book I loved with all my heart like this one. It is as brilliant on re-reading as an adult as it was then, with it's exquisitely observed nature descriptions, it's original Lino cut prints and it's original musical scores, all done by the author. All children will be the richer for knowing this book.
Highest recommendation.
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S Riaz
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The Little Grey Men
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 October 2014Verified Purchase
First published in 1942 this glorious read won the Carnegie Medal for the most outstanding children’s book of that year and has been reissued several times ; it’s latest incarnation is this kindle version, which will hopefully find it a whole new audience. BB was the pen name of Denys Watkins-Pitchford and he later wrote a sequel called, “Down the Bright Stream,” which has also been published on kindle. Denys Watkins-Pitchford had a great love of the countryside and this is reflected in his writing, which describes a realistic portrayal of nature. Although not idealised, it is wonderfully descriptive and he does not shy away from the fact that his central characters live off the countryside. They wear clothes made from mouse or bat skin, they fish and gather fruit and nuts to eat. Sometimes, times are hard and sometimes bountiful, but there it is a place of both beauty and danger.
Our central characters are the three last gnomes in Britain – Baldmoney, Sneezewort and Dodder. Their other brother, Cloudberry, went off one day exploring and does not return. So, Baldmoney, Sneezewort and Dodder decide to set out in search of him. This novel tells of their travels, their struggles and the difficulties they face. They have never travelled far before, living happily beside Folly Brook in Warwickshire. Yet, this book will see them travelling through the whole of the spring, summer and autumn in their long search.
I loved this book as a child (as well as others by BB such as “Brendon Chase,” and “The Forest of Boland Light Railway”) and I am pleased to say that my seven year old has really enjoyed this book at bedtime. I really think it will appeal to readers, both adult and children, who enjoy novels such as, “The Hobbit,” as this shares those themes of an epic journey and a quest. This is not as plot driven as most of the books written nowadays. Like the brook which the gnomes follow, it meanders and detours along the way. Undoubtedly now, editors would prune the passages of detailed description, but I think the writing is simply stunning, as are the illustrations. The author created a world which you see clearly, characters you care about and an exciting adventure which you will have to read yourself to see whether or not it has a happy ending…
Our central characters are the three last gnomes in Britain – Baldmoney, Sneezewort and Dodder. Their other brother, Cloudberry, went off one day exploring and does not return. So, Baldmoney, Sneezewort and Dodder decide to set out in search of him. This novel tells of their travels, their struggles and the difficulties they face. They have never travelled far before, living happily beside Folly Brook in Warwickshire. Yet, this book will see them travelling through the whole of the spring, summer and autumn in their long search.
I loved this book as a child (as well as others by BB such as “Brendon Chase,” and “The Forest of Boland Light Railway”) and I am pleased to say that my seven year old has really enjoyed this book at bedtime. I really think it will appeal to readers, both adult and children, who enjoy novels such as, “The Hobbit,” as this shares those themes of an epic journey and a quest. This is not as plot driven as most of the books written nowadays. Like the brook which the gnomes follow, it meanders and detours along the way. Undoubtedly now, editors would prune the passages of detailed description, but I think the writing is simply stunning, as are the illustrations. The author created a world which you see clearly, characters you care about and an exciting adventure which you will have to read yourself to see whether or not it has a happy ending…
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 July 2020Verified Purchase
Loved this book when I read it as a child, and it has been enjoyed again now. Beautiful descriptions of the English countryside and the animals and birds in it. The fellowship of the gnomes and their companions as they overcome the travails before then make for a story that emphasises friendship and working together, and makes for a pleasant afternoon's reading

Jeff
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Superb book inter-connecting wonderful imagination with wistful evocation of a largely destroyed rural ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 April 2015Verified Purchase
Superb book inter-connecting wonderful imagination with wistful evocation of a largely destroyed rural past ....this book is loved by young children and reclusive adults who abhor a Jeremy Clarkson type world of ostentatious speed and noise...I regret the author was a wildfowler but he often expresses heartfelt sympathy for wildlife generally..i believe he could be described as an original and a freethinker. Thank heaven there is the sequel Down The Bright Stream! Buy it and erase the modern and your troubles.
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