Description
A timeless and heart-warming story about friendship and understanding by the Kate Greenaway-winning author of Dogger.
In this heart-warming Christmas story, by celebrated author Shirley Hughes, a young boy called Lewis Brown is looking out of a window and wishing that someone might notice him. Then he spots a single golden feather floating down from the heavens and discovers an angel on the roof. And so begins a great friendship, as the angel takes Lewis under his wing on an adventure that will change everything, and allow Lewis, his family and his friends, to start to see the world around them for the better.
About the Author
Shirley Hughes (1927-2022) illustrated more than 200 children's books and is one of the best-loved writers for children. She won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and was awarded the OBE for her distinguished service to children's literature. In 2007, Dogger was voted the UK's favourite Kate Greenaway Medal-winning book of all time.
Reviews
"[...] an uplifting Christmas story brimming with hope." * The Bookseller, Children's Previews *
A timeless story fit for the approaching season, and for these times. * The Sunday Times *
This is one of the most lovely books we've read in a long time. Shirley Hughes' trademark London is depicted perfectly. A reminder that small acts of kindness can travel a long way. Perfection. * Angels & Urchins *
It would not be Christmas without a new tale from 92-year-old Shirley Hughes... a story that is touching but never soppy, with even the most celestial scenes brought down to earth by Hughes's charmingly domestic illustrations. * The Daily Telegraph, Books of the Year - Children's & Stocking Fillers *
Angel on the Roof is a lovely Christmas book. * Spectator *
Book Information
ISBN 9781406394764
Author Shirley Hughes
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
