Her illustration work on Mary Poppins books spanned fifty years. Mary Shepard (1910-2000) was the daughter of Ernest Shepard, illustrator of the Winnie the Pooh books and The Wind in theWillows. Travers (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.

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. Travers about the writing of Mary Poppins, this handsome volume will make a lovely gift for fans new and old. Travers, Mary Shepard Illustrator Publisher: Hartcourt, Brace and Co., NY 1934 Binding: Hardcover. While living at 50 Smith Street in Chelsea, she published the fourth book. Featuring a gilded cover, a foreword by Gregory Maguire, and an essay by P. PL Travers wrote the internationally famous childrens book series, Mary Poppins. The books center on the magical English nanny Mary Poppins, who is blown by the East wind to Number 17 Cherry Tree Lane, London, and into the Banks's household to care. Mary Shepard was the illustrator throughout the series. Travers and published over the period 1934 to 1988. Travers, illustrated by Mary Shepard: Mary Poppins, Mary Poppins Comes Back, Mary Poppins Opens the Door, and Mary Poppins in thePark. Mary Poppins is a series of eight children's books written by P. This lush collection includes the first four tales by P. Book Synopsis Since the 1934 publication of MaryPoppins, stories of this magical nanny have delighted children and adults the world over. In honor of the books 80th anniversary, the first four tales are collected in this sumptuous volume along with a retrospective essay. About the Book Since the 1934 publication of Mary Poppins, the exploits of this magical nanny have delighted generations.

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