‘Over The Hills And Far Away’ The Life Of Beatrix Potter
£9.99
Beatrix Potter is one of the world’s most cherished authors, whose books have enchanted generations of children. Inspired by her twenty-three ‘tales’, Matthew Dennison explores Potter’s multi-faceted life and character: repressed Victorian daughter; thwarted lover; artistic genius; formidable countrywoman. He charts her transformation from a young girl with a love of animals and fairy tales into a bestselling author and canny businesswoman.
Embellished with photographs of Potter’s life and her own illustrations, this short biography will delight anyone who has been touched by Beatrix Potters’ work.