Books by Philippa Pearce

Tom's Midnight Garden is a captivating novel penned by the renowned author Philippa Pearce. Published in 2015 by Oxford University Press, this book is a must-read for those who enjoy diving into the world of mystery and adventure. The story unfolds as Tom, the protagonist, discovers a magical garden that only appears at midnight. The genre of this book is a blend of fantasy and children's literature, making it an enchanting read for both young readers and adults alike. Philippa Pearce, known for her engaging storytelling, takes readers on a journey through time, exploring themes of childhood, friendship, and the passage of time. The publication of this book by Oxford University Press further adds to its credibility and appeal. This book is available in English. Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the enchanting world of Tom's Midnight Garden.

Peter England, Una Stubbs and Crawford Logan star in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Philippa Pearce's enchanting time-slip tale. When his brother catches measles, Tom is sent away to stay with his Aunt Gwen and Uncle Alan, and is thoroughly fed up about it. What a boring summer it's going to be! But tedium turns to adventure when, lying in bed one night, he hears the old grandfather clock in the hall strike thirteen. What can it mean? As Tom creeps downstairs and opens the door, he finds a beautiful garden, and glimpses a girl in old-fashioned clothing. As he revisits the garden over the next few nights, he watches the seasons change from spring to autumn, and children come and go. But no-one seems to see him - until he meets Hatty, and the two become firm friends. With his new playmate, Tom embarks on the adventure of a lifetime... This magical drama stars Peter England as Tom, with Una Stubbs as Aunt Gwen and Crawford Logan as Uncle Alan. The wonder and excitement of much-loved children's classics lives on in BBC Radio's acclaimed full-cast dramatisations, complete with evocative music and sound effects.

Renowned graphic novel artist, Edith, has created an enchanting version of the classic Tom's Midnight Garden. This is a new and special way to read and share one of the best-loved and most enduring children's stories of all time.

Sid, Peggy and Amy adore the two gerbils, Bubble and Squeak, but their mother detests them. A major family battle results, and it's clear life is never going to be quite the same again. But after a near fatal encounter between Bubble and Ginger the cat, Mrs Sparrow begins to see that life with a pair of gerbils might not be so bad after all.

A wonderfully reassuring bedtime book about staying away from home for the very first time by two major children's book talents.