New Releases by Robert Ingpen

This classic reference work on the law relating to executors and administrators has been a standard in the field since it was first published in 1900. Clear and concise, Arthur Robert Ingpen's unique study of the subject has been relied upon by generations of lawyers and legal scholars alike. Whether you're a law student, practitioner, or just interested in the law, this book is an essential reference tool. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"“A goblin named Tally guides readers through a more-than-20-foot-long foldout reproduction of the massive mural Ingram painted of ‘a room with bookcase walls’ where instead of the great storybooks themselves their most colorful characters come alive."—New York Times Book Review Hans Christian Andersen Medalist Robert Ingpen brings classic stories to life in a collection that serves as his magnum opus to the imagination. Featured in New York Times Book Review "8 Picture Books About Books" World-renowned illustrator Robert Ingpen begins his magical journey through the world of classic children''s stories with a mural he worked on for years, inspired by the great storybook characters. The original mural is more than 20 feet long, but Mr. Ingpen knew he had to find a way to turn that work into a book in its own right. This book contains some of his favorite quotations from the stories that inspired him, as well as an eye-popping fold-out centerpiece with a reproduction of the full mural. This book is an eye-popping illustrated celebration of the power of imagination.

A celebration of books, storytelling, and reading from one of the greatest living children''s book creators Somewhere in the place between being awake and asleep lives the Dreamkeeper who uses tricks and traps to lure and capture the creatures of our dreams before they can escape to reality. Presented as a letter to his granddaughter, Robert Ingpen''s breathtakingly detailed illustrations are infused with the magic of dreams

A brand-new picture book edition of Peter Pan and Wendy, written by JM Barrie and illustrated by award-winning Australian illustrator Robert Ingpen, for young children. JM Barrie''s classic tale of the boy who wouldn''t grow up is retold here in abridged form so children can read it independently as well as enjoy listening to it as a bedtime story. Award-winning artist Robert Ingpen''s beautiful illustrations breathe new life into this most famous of modern fairy stories.

Jim and his family live happily on their remote outback station. Yet, sometimes Jim feels lonely. Then a strange new radio with pedals arrives and Jim''s Mum and Dad can send messages to their neighbours. Jim wants to have a go! ''When you''re older,'' says Dad. Then something happens that only Jim can deal with. Will he learn how to use the radio in time to save Dad? ''Radio Rescue!'' is a beautifully illustrated flap book that takes us back to the origins of communication in the outback, with fascinating factual information at the back of the book. A sister book to the award-winning ''Tea and Sugar Christmas'', with the same author and illustrator.

An impassioned essay about the importance of conservation, not just of the physical world, but of our cultural and historical ?imprints?, supported and extended by approximately 100 of Robert Ingpen?s consummate illustrations. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different aspect of conservation. Beautifully written with stunning illustrations this is a unique work from Robert Ingpen.

Un ours demande à son père à qui appartient la terre. D'autres animaux se demandent pour qui sont les océans, les rivières, les grandes étendues de neige. Tous cherchent à comprendre pour qui a été créé ce monde et s'ils y ont leur place. Un soir, un enfant pose cette même question à son père...

A collection of traditional stories from around the world about men and women who performed extraordinary deeds to win honor, a kingdom, or love.

Explores initiation rites, wedding feasts, harvest celebrations, religious rituals, and many other customs used around the world to mark all kinds of special occasions. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.

A selection of traditional tales from the Middle East and Africa, ranging from Biblical stories to Zulu legends.

When the death of a relative, a friend, or a pet happens or is about to happen . . . how can we help a child to understand? Lifetimes is a moving book for children of all ages, even parents too. It lets us explain life and death in a sensitive, caring, beautiful way. Lifetimes tells us about beginnings. And about endings. And about living in between. With large, wonderful illustrations, it tells about plants. About animals. About people. It tells that dying is as much a part of living as being born. It helps us to remember. It helps us to understand. Lifetimes . . . a very special, very important book for you and your child. The book that explains—beautifully—that all living things have their own special Lifetimes.