Author:Quentin Blake

A tale of imagination and friendship, from the nation's favourite illustrator, Quentin Blake!
When two bold adventurers climb over the wall to explore the overgrown garden next door, the discover a ship made of bushes, with tall, thin trees for masts. They also meet marvellous Mrs Tredegar, who turns them into a fully trained crew, and with their imaginations at the ready, they embark on a series of glorious voyages.
"Blake is beyond brilliant . . . I've never met a child who doesn't love Quentin Blake" - Daily Telegraph
Quentin Blake is one of Britain's best-loved and most successful author-illustrators, and was made the first Children's Laureate in 1999. He has won the Whitbread Award, the Hans Christian Andersen Award for Illustration, and the Kate Greenaway Medal. among others.
A book of exceptional warmth and humanity . . . This is Quentin Blake at his richest and most colourful
—— GuardianA book to explore and enjoy again and again
—— Junior EducationA tender, beautifully balanced romantic comedy
—— SpectatorExtremely funny, clever, well-written, sharp and unexpectedly moving...This brilliant, chaotic satire merits rereading several times
—— Nicholas Coleridge , Mail on SundayThis is Elton at his best - mature, humane, and still a laugh a minute. At least
—— Daily TelegraphOnly Ben Elton could combine uncomfortable questions about gender politics with a gripping, page-turning narrative and jokes that make you laugh out loud
—— Tony ParsonsA very funny book about a sensitive subject ... Ben Elton the writer might even be funniter than Ben Elton the comic
—— Daily MailThe selections from the greats are generous and well chosen
—— Guardian