{"product_id":"the-big-amazing-poetry-book-9781035003846","title":"The Big Amazing Poetry Book","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom John Agard and Julia Donaldson to Nikita Gill, Brian Bilston and Carol Ann Duffy, \u003ci\u003eThe Big Amazing Poetry Book\u003c\/i\u003e is a brilliant, accessible introduction to poetry and to fifty-two fantastic poets. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced by Roger McGough, the book features the illustrations of former Children's Laureate and beloved author of the Goth Girl and Ottoline series, Chris Riddell.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA warm, funny collection, this book is packed with many different styles of poetry – ballads, riddles, tongue-twisters, shape poems, haikus, sonnets and raps – about seasons, festivals, animals, birds, love, war, food, fish and football and much more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach poet is showcased with seven of their poems alongside a biography to give exciting, engaging context to their work – plus a stunning line artwork on every page. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA must have for any young readers, \u003ci\u003eThe Big Amazing Poetry Book\u003c\/i\u003e primarily features work from twentieth and twenty-first century poets. Includ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne to watch. * The Sunday Times *\u003cbr\u003eWith this huge book you won't run out of poems to read aloud or by torchlight under the duvet * Daily Mail *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Big Amazing Poetry Book\u003c\/i\u003e is a warm, funny and imaginative celebration of verse, and the ideal introduction to a mix of diverse poets, from famous names of the past Lewis Carroll and Charles Causley, to well-loved poets of today including Nikita Gill and the new Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. * Lancashire Post *\u003cbr\u003eEvery page is decorated with Riddell's prolific pen * The Times *\u003cbr\u003ethis is a book to lose yourself in, whether or not that is your intention when you open it. (...) Chris Riddell’s intricate black and white illustrations placed over, under, through and around the poems are quite simply, brilliant. * Red Reading Hub *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Big Amazing Poetry Book\u003c\/i\u003e is an utter triumph. Not only do I think every child should have one, I think every home should have a copy too. I thought it was fantastic and recommend it completely. I could not have loved it more. * Linda's Book Bag *\u003cbr\u003eThe ultimate poetry collection that should be part of any classroom or library..  Chris Riddell’s illustrations beautifully complements the writing. * The English Association *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pan Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47836663742807,"sku":"9781035003846","price":9.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781035003846.jpg?v=1710380343","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-big-amazing-poetry-book-9781035003846","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}