Each night, in the hours between supper and bedtime the Tear Thief carries her waterproof, silvery sack over her shoulder as she soundlessly steals the tears of every child who cries. But what does she do with all of those tears?
The First World War holds a unique place in the nation's history; the poetry it produced, a unique place in the nation's hearts. To mark the centenary of the First World War in... Læs mere
The Armistice of 1918 brought ceasefire to the war on the Western Front, but 'the Great War' would not as hoped be 'the war to end all wars'.
Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. But Death is close behind, and time is running out. One of the great primal, spiritual myths, Everyman asks whether it is only in death that we can understand our lives.
This volume contains Carol Ann Duffy's adaptation plus the dramatization by Tim Supple and the Young Vic Company.
Then, one day, a musician wanders into the land, and her heart melts with warmth and love. From former Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy comes the tale of a young princess who can... Læs mere
'In the world of British poetry, Carol Ann Duffy is a superstar.' (Guardian) This stellar edition of her poems brings together work from her four award-winning collections for children, and sprinkles in a generous helping of new poems to match.
Short-listed for the 2008 Kate Greenaway Medal A rousing tale of story telling, bravery and witches!
With ethereal illustrations by Tomislav Tomic, this uncommonly beautiful book is a very special introduction to - or reminder of - many classic fairy tales.
The T. S. Eliot Prize-winning collection from the former Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom, republished as part of the Picador Collection.