Winnie the Pooh, that well known little bear is again making publicity. The film, Goodbye Christopher Robin is released. What a great opportunity to revisit the fascinating story of the author behind the beloved classic children’s character. And a chance to remind a bibliophile of the appeal and value in acquiring a set of the … Read more
Five of the Best Books for Children Someone recently challenged Barbara Chalk, the proprietor of Rare & Antique Books, to choose five of the best books for children from the Rare and Antique booksite. This is what she had to say. Where do I start as I love them all! However, in the spirit of … Read more
“Pay attention to where you are going because without meaning you might get nowhere.” said A. A. Milne. Allen Alexander Milne was to create happiness for many adults and children with his verses and tales of Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh, yet he gained little pleasure from the success of the books. The British-born “A.A. … Read more
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