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The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady Colouring Book

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady Colouring Book
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Edith Holden
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:96
Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 190
Category/GenrePainting and art manuals
ISBN/Barcode 9780718185428
ClassificationsDewey:745.7
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint Michael Joseph Ltd
Publication Date 5 January 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A colouring book for adults based on the publishing phenomenon Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady Nearly 40 years ago, a rediscovered diary enchanted the nation. Edith Holden's 'Nature Notes for 1906' captured her observations on the English countryside's changing seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations of its flora and fauna. Now, for the first time, Edith's work been turned into an beautiful colouring book for adults. Featuring black & white ink illustrations based on her paintings, alongside the original handwriting from the lost journal, this is a captivating colouring book that guides you through a year in the world of this truly remarkable Edwardian lady.

Author Biography

Edith Holden (1871-1920) was a British artist and teacher. In 1906, she recorded her observations about the countryside and seasons around her in an illustrated diary, full of exquisite watercolour paintings. In 1977, her journal was re-discovered and published as The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady.

Reviews

A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside. * From the publisher's description *