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A Squash and a Squeeze 30th Anniversary Edition

A Squash and a Squeeze 30th Anniversary Edition

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The first ever picture book written and illustrated by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, A Squash and a Squeeze, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special edition featuring the classic story and special content. The wise old man suggests bringing in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals to make the little old lady's house feel bigger, and she is amazed at how big it feels.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan


A little old lady lives all by herself in her house, but she's not happy. It's just too small, even for one. What can she do? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When she pushes them all out again, she'll be amazed at how big her house feels!

A Squash and a Squeeze 30th Anniversary Edition features the classic story from the creators of The Gruffalo with a stunning foil cover and extra-special content, including a letter from the author and some early sketches from the illustrator to celebrate the anniversary year.

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the bestselling partnership behind A Squash and a Squeeze, the first-ever picture book written and illustrated by them. This special anniversary edition celebrates 30 years of the beloved classic story with additional content.

The little old lady in the story lives all by herself in her house, but she's not happy. It's too small, even for one. She's looking for a solution to her problem.

The wise old man comes to her aid and suggests bringing in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. The lady is hesitant at first, but she decides to give it a try.

To her surprise, when she pushes the animals out of her house again, she finds that it feels much bigger and more spacious. The animals have left their mark on the house, but it's in a positive way. The lady is grateful for the wise old man's advice and the new sense of freedom she feels in her home.

The 30th Anniversary Edition of A Squash and a Squeeze features the classic story with a stunning foil cover. It also includes a letter from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, sharing their memories of creating the book and their thoughts on its enduring popularity. Additionally, there are some early sketches from the illustrator, providing a glimpse into the creative process behind the story.

This special edition is a must-have for fans of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, as well as anyone who loves a heartwarming and charming story. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and the lasting impact of a beloved book.

In conclusion, A Squash and a Squeeze 30th Anniversary Edition is a celebration of 30 years of the beloved picture book. It features the classic story with a stunning foil cover and extra-special content, including a letter from the author and early sketches from the illustrator. This edition is a must-have for fans of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, as well as anyone who loves a heartwarming and charming story.

Weight: 188g
Dimension: 280 x 225 x 3 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529097665

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