Pigin of Howth [Signed by Author]

Watkins, Kathleen

ISBN 10: 0717169723 / ISBN 13: 9780717169726

Published by Gill & Macmillan, Dublin, 2016

This children's book was written by the broadcaster and wife of the late RTE (Irish television) broadcaster Gay Byrne. The hardcover First edition, First Printing is in near fine condition with sharp corners and only two very small dents on the bottom edge. It is signed (not inscribed) on the title page in black marker. The Unclipped dust jacket has a little edge wear especially along the top, spine ends and corners but no cuts tears or chips. Glossy printed pages inclined to stick together. Original bookseller sticker on front stating Signed by the Author. Please examine all seller photos. Seller Inventory # 000850

Synopsis:

Winner of the Specsavers Children’s Book of the Year (Junior) at the Irish Book Awards

Have you met Pigín?

Pigín lives in Howth, a beautiful seaside town on Dublin Bay. He is friendly, curious, impeccably dressed and has the nicest manners a pig could possibly have. His adventures in Howth and beyond include friends Sammy Seal, Sally Seagull, the Badger of Ballsbridge and the fairies who live in Howth Castle – but Nanakit is his best friend.

Join Pigín and his friends on their many adventures.

Story 1: Pigs Can’t Fly, but They Can Swim!

Story 2: Pigín’s Magical Midnight Adventure

Story 3: A Day to Wear a Top Hat

Pigín is the adorable creation from the wonderful imagination of Kathleen Watkins, who became a first-time author at the age of 82, and is based on the stories Kathleen told her grandchildren when they were growing up. Pigín is brought to life with beautiful illustrations by Margaret Anne Suggs

'Genuinely whimsical' Kirkus Review

'A delight' The Sunday Times

'A beautiful book. Just lovely, warm and kindly' Ryan Tubridy

'Adorable and prettily illustrated' Irish Mail on Sunday

'Gorgeous book and written with real warmth and affection!' Marty Whelan

'Delightful … great fun!' Sunday Independent

About the Author:

Kathleen Watkins was a well-known harpist and folk singer when she became the first continuity announcer to appear on screen on Telefís Éireann's launch night in 1960. She married the broadcaster Gay Byrne and lived for many years in Howth where the Pigín stories are set.

Margaret Anne Suggs was born and raised in the American deep South, but later moved to Dublin, Ireland to pursue her Master’s Degree at the National College of Art and Design. When she is not drawing, painting and making things, she teaches as a lecturer in the Illustration department at Ballyfermot College of Further Education where she founded the Illustration course. She lives in County Dublin, near the sea with her husband, sons and cat.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Pigin of Howth [Signed by Author]
Publisher: Gill & Macmillan, Dublin
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Suggs, Margarate A
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: 1st Edition