Warton and the Traders 50th An

Erickson, Russell

ISBN 10: 1681156512 / ISBN 13: 9781681156514

Published by Apples & Honey Press, 2024

Item is in like new condition. Seller Inventory # 00096213281

Synopsis:

In this sequel to the beloved A Toad for Tuesday, Warton toad goes to visit his Aunt Toolia and encounters excitement, danger, and suspense. He is chased by a wildcat, meets and helps an injured fawn, and encounters a pack of wood rats whose unusual trading habits amaze him. Their trading inspires an ingenious scheme to rid the area of a dreaded enemy. Using teamwork and quick thinking, as well as relying on the strength of friends, Warton saves the day! And saves the injured fawn in the process. A perfect read aloud or read alone chapter book.

This reissue of a classic series, with reworked versions of the original illustrations by Lawrence Di Fiori, will bring Warton to a new generation of fans.

About the Authors:

Russell E. Erickson is the author of seven Warton and Morton books, originally published from 1974-1988. He is a lithographer whose other interests include photography, printing, carpentry, fishing, and puttering around in his vegetable patch and woodland garden. Among his neighbors are toads, owls, blackbirds, moles and other little creatures who populate his delightful stories. He lives in Bristol, Connecticut.

Lawrence Di Fiori is the distinguished illustrator of all seven of the Warton and Morton books, more than 70 other books and countless magazine pieces. A Fine Arts graduate of the Philadelphia College of Art, his extensive works include painting, sculpture, comics, fine ink drawings, and exhibits in numerous museums. As a mentor and a scholar, he taught in art school and followed his curiosity toward beauty and aesthetics throughout his life. He died in 2022.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Warton and the Traders 50th An
Publisher: Apples & Honey Press
Publication Date: 2024
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Di Fiori, Lawrence
Condition: Like New