Quick Look
- A recently discovered classic from the author of The Story of the Root Children
- A day in the life of a fun-loving little boy, told in charming, nursery-style verse
- Available for the first time in English
A day in the life of a fun-loving little boy, told in nursery-style verse.
Description
This charming story, told in verse, shares a day in the life of a fun-loving little boy. Each beautiful illustration, painted in Olfer'’ unique style, shows Little Billy Bluesocks as he goes through the day doing tasks that all children will enjoy. He wakes up, plants a seed, feeds the rabbits, plays on the seesaw with his dog, picks apples, has a delicious supper and finally goes to bed.
This recently discovered classic from Sibylle von Olfers is available for the first time in English.
Reviews
"Each beautiful illustration painted in Olfer's unique style, brings this verse-led book to life, as we enjoy a magical day through the eyes of Billy Bluesocks. A true timeless tale... A real treasure that will be kept and read time and again."
-- Creative Steps
Author
Sibylle von Olfers is a Floris Books featured author. Read all about this author's life and work on our dedicated author page.
Sibylle von Olfers (1881–1916) was a German children's author and illustrator. Well-known for her blend of natural observation and simple design in the art nouveau style, her work has been likened to Kate Greenaway and Elsa Beskow. Encouraged by her aunt, writer and painter Marie von Olfers, Sibylle studied at art college in Berlin. At aged 25 she took the name Sister Maria Aloysia and published her first picture book, The Story of the Root Children. She created six more picture books in the following decade before her untimely death. Her legacy is a collection of beloved children’s books including The Story of the Snow Children and The Story of the Wind Children.
Links
Don't miss more beautiful children's picture books by Sibylle von Olfers:
The Story of the Snow Children
The Story of the Wind Children
The Story of the Rabbit Children
The Story of the Root Children
The Story of the Butterfly Children
The Princess in the Forest
The Story of King Lion
My First Root Children -- a board book edition of The Story of the Root Children for little hands
