Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

The remarkable memoir of the children’s book writer Ursula Moray Williams, whose classic titles Gobbolino and The Little Wooden Horse enthralled millions of readers, this book has been published to coincide with the centenary of William’s birth. Drawing upon unpublished diaries and letters, this biography recounts the British author’s own heartwarming story for the very first time—from the crumbling, fairy-tale mansion of her youth, through love, faith, crises, and sacrifices—and reveals the inspirations behind Williams’ creativity. Detailing Williams’ extraordinary life from childhood through her 90s, this book rivals the adventures of her brave, fictional heroes.

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Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

The remarkable memoir of the children’s book writer Ursula Moray Williams, whose classic titles Gobbolino and The Little Wooden Horse enthralled millions of readers, this book has been published to coincide with the centenary of William’s birth. Drawing upon unpublished diaries and letters, this biography recounts the British author’s own heartwarming story for the very first time—from the crumbling, fairy-tale mansion of her youth, through love, faith, crises, and sacrifices—and reveals the inspirations behind Williams’ creativity. Detailing Williams’ extraordinary life from childhood through her 90s, this book rivals the adventures of her brave, fictional heroes.

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Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

by Colin Davison
Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse

by Colin Davison

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Overview

The remarkable memoir of the children’s book writer Ursula Moray Williams, whose classic titles Gobbolino and The Little Wooden Horse enthralled millions of readers, this book has been published to coincide with the centenary of William’s birth. Drawing upon unpublished diaries and letters, this biography recounts the British author’s own heartwarming story for the very first time—from the crumbling, fairy-tale mansion of her youth, through love, faith, crises, and sacrifices—and reveals the inspirations behind Williams’ creativity. Detailing Williams’ extraordinary life from childhood through her 90s, this book rivals the adventures of her brave, fictional heroes.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780857160065
Publisher: McNidder & Grace
Publication date: 08/01/2011
Pages: 260
Product dimensions: 6.30(w) x 9.20(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Colin Davison is a former foreign correspondent, newspaper managing director, and editor of Daily Mail regional newspapers.

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“One of the great children’s writers of her generation. In Colin Davison, she has a biographer who can do justice to her remarkable talent, and give us a vibrant picture of her life.”  —Shirley Hughes, author and illustrator, Lucy & Tom’s Day

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