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17%OFFKathleen Watkins - Pigin of Howth - 9780717169726 - V9780717169726
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Pigin of Howth

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Description for Pigin of Howth Hardcover. This utterly delightful picture book introduces children to an unforgettable pig, the beautiful seaside town of Howth on Dublin Bay and many magical adventures. The first book from the pen of Kathleen Watkins, illustrated by Margaret Anne Suggs, will capture the imaginations of children everywhere. Illustrator(s): Suggs, Margaret Anne. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: YBCH; YBCS; YFC; YFH; YFP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 271 x 273 x 15. Weight in Grams: 766.

Destined to be a classic, the first children’s book from Kathleen Watkins (aka Nanakit) brings to life the Pigín stories she created for her five beloved grandchildren.

Have you met Pigín? 

Pigín lives in Howth, a beautiful seaside town on Dublin Bay, and he is a very popular pig about town. He is friendly, curious, impeccably dressed and has the nicest manners a pig could possibly have. Join Pigín and his friends, Sammy Seal, Sally Seagull, the Badger of Ballsbridge and the fairies who live in Howth Castle, on their many adventures. 

Story 1: Pigs Can’t Fly, ... Read more

Story 2: Pigín’s Magical Midnight Adventure

Story 3: A Day to Wear a Top Hat

In these three stories Pigín learns how to swim, goes on a magic carpet ride and even gets to meet the President of Ireland!

But best of all is coming home to tell Nanakit all about it

'Genuinely whimsical' Kirkus Review

'A delight' The Sunday Times

'A beautiful book. Just lovely, warm and kindly' Ryan Tubridy

'Adorable and prettily illustrated' Irish Mail on Sunday

'Gorgeous book and written with real warmth and affection!' Marty Whelan

'Delightful ... great fun!' Sunday Independent

 

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Product Details

Publisher
Gill Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Number of Pages
64
Place of Publication
Dublin, Ireland
ISBN
9780717169726
SKU
V9780717169726
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 3 to 5 working days
Ref
99-95

About Kathleen Watkins
Kathleen Watkins was a well-known harpist and folk singer when she became the first continuity announcer to appear on screen on Telefís Éireann’s launch night in 1960. She has also served on the board of the Arts Council of Ireland and the National Gallery of Ireland, and in recent years has done poetry readings in the National Library and National ... Read more

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