Large Family Collections 5 Books Set By Jill Murphy A Quiet Night Paperback NEW

Walker Books

Titles in This Set A Quiet Night In A Piece of Cake Mr Large in Charge Five Minutes' Peace All In One Piece Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781406315011 Publisher: Walker Books Age Range: Ages 3-7 Overview Meet the Large family - four boisterous elephant children and their exhausted but endlessly loving parents, in a household that never runs quite to plan. This five-book paperback collection gathers Jill Murphy's much-loved picture books into one gift-ready set. Warm, witty and instantly recognisable, these stories have entertained generations of young readers and remain firm favourites on UK bookshelves. About the Books Each story captures a different slice of Large family life with gentle humour and warmth. In A Quiet Night In , Mr Large's birthday plans for a peaceful evening go charmingly awry when he and Mrs Large fall asleep before the meal begins. A Piece of Cake sees Mrs Large declare a family health kick, swapping treats for jogs and salads, with predictably funny results. In Mr Large in Charge , Dad takes over the household while Mrs Large rests, learning just how much work a home really takes. Five Minutes' Peace , a modern picture-book classic, follows Mrs Large's hopeless attempt to enjoy a quiet cup of tea away from her four energetic children. Finally, All In One Piece follows the family's frantic preparations for an office dinner-dance, testing whether Mr and Mrs Large can make it out in one piece. Together, the stories offer a joyful portrait of family life - loud, loving and full of laughter - told through Jill Murphy's expressive illustrations and gentle storytelling. These are books that reward repeat readings, with small details children continue to spot long after the first read. Ideal for bedtime or independent reading, the set builds early reading confidence through simple, engaging text. Five complete picture books in one great-value paperback collection Warm, funny stories that reflect real family life Perfect for bedtime reading, story time, or early independent reading Created by bestselling author-illustrator Jill Murphy A lovely gift set for children aged 3-7 Brand new condition, ready to enjoy straight away About the Author Jill Murphy (1949-2021) began writing and drawing from a very young age, completing her first book by six. She was still a teenager when she wrote her celebrated novel The Worst Witch , later a beloved series in its own right. Her Large family picture books, first introduced in Five Minutes' Peace , drew on her own experiences of family life. Over her career, her books sold in the millions worldwide, cherished by children and parents alike for their honesty, warmth and humour. Why You'll Love This Collection Funny, heartfelt and endlessly relatable, this five-book set brings the whole Large family together in one collection. It's a wonderful introduction to a picture-book classic and a gift treasured at story time again and again. Please Note: Cover art and edition may vary slightly from the image shown; you will receive the current UK edition with a valid UK ISBN.