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Publisher: | New York, C. Scribner's Sons |
Publication date: | 18/07/2025 |
Pages: | 315 |
Subject: | Kids |
Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) was a British author, best known for his beloved children's book The Wind in the Willows. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Grahame had a varied career, working as a banker and later as the secretary of the Bank of England, but it was his literary works that earned him lasting fame.
Grahame’s writing is characterized by its lyrical prose, gentle humor, and deep appreciation of nature. The Wind in the Willows, published in 1908, remains one of the most cherished works in English literature, telling the story of animal friends living along a riverbank. The character of Mr. Toad, with his reckless adventures, has become iconic.
Though Grahame wrote several other books, including The Reluctant Dragon, it is his work on The Wind in the Willows that continues to define his literary legacy. His exploration of the joys and complexities of friendship, the natural world, and the passage of time resonates with readers young and old.