Return to the Hundred Acre Wood (in which Winnie-the-Pooh enjoys further adventures with Christopher Robin and friends) by David Benedictus and Mark Burgess
Inspired by A.A. Milne and E. H. Shepard. Egmont, 2011. ISBN
9781405247443.
It is more than 80 years since A. A. Milne introduced us to
Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger and the other residents of
the Hundred Acre Wood and gave us a family favourite that has
survived generations (and Disneyfication). Although Benedictus wrote
some of these stories nearly 20 years ago, they could not be
published because Disney owned the rights but now, with the sequel
rights reverting to the trustees of Milne's estate, we can once
again enjoy the traditional Pooh complete with illustrations in the
style of E. H. Shepard.
In this book we share the delight of Christopher Robin's return,
marvel at Owl's wisdom and are introduced to the game of cricket -
very timely! We are also introduced to a new character, Lottie the
Otter who fits into the landscape and the stories perfectly. Like
the original, each story is perfect for reading aloud or reading
alone and the illustrations are just delightful. If you are a Pooh
fan, like me, you will love this. Pop it in your own Christmas
stocking!
Barbara Braxton