Books by Terry Parker

The Legend continues as Graham Berry's group discovers the whereabouts of the Folklore Tree. But the gangster, Scarface Nelson and his newfound friend, the weasel, have set a trap for them. Captured, the Wisers are up to their necks in trouble as wild animals are left behind to devour them. With new friends and new enemies, can our heroes discover the magistrate of the land before Salem the Weasel?

Arthur J. Elsley was the most popular 'chocolate box' artist of the late Victorian and Edwardian period; over 150 of his works were reproduced as prints. Long dismissed by art historians, this genre now demands reappraisal as an important aspect of Victorian art. Its appealing qualities are extremely accessible, presenting a comfortable, idealized world of clean, smiling children that has brought pleasure to millions.Terry Parker has interviewed Elsley's only child and principal model, whose reminiscences and anecdotes bring his work to life. Her archive of photographs of Elsley's studio and models, together with his address book, provide rare insight into the workings of this artist.Auction houses have witnessed an astronomical rise in the popularity of Elsley's oil paintings in the last ten years: one piece sold for $220,000.00 in 1996. Modern greeting card, calendar and print companies remain eager to reproduce his images, which are still found on a wide variety of products.