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Peter in Blueberry Land (Hardcover)

~ Elsa Maartman Beskow (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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'First published in Sweden in 1901, Peter in Blueberry Land still maintains its original appeal. This is an enchanting story, perfect for reading aloud before bedtime.' -- Booktrusted (www.booktrusted.com) 'When Peter cannot find any berries, the King of Blueberry Land shrinks him so he can go on an adventure: ferns like trees, spider web swings, giant bugs and slugs and a mouse ride through the forest. The children I have read this book to have loved this cheerful and exciting story. They have been fascinated at the thought of being made tiny for the day.' -- Hilary Woolfe with Isaac (age 4), Education Otherwise, February 2005 'Look out for the insects and small creatures included in the pictures that juicily illustrate Peter's adventures.' -- Highland News


Product Description

Peter is looking for blueberries for his mother's birthday but he can't find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a strange and magical adventure begins.
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Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Floris Books (June 1987)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0863150500
  • ISBN-13: 978-0863150500
  • Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 9.3 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #783,347 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book, horrible small format in this edition, May 25, 2006
By Mother of Two (Cambridge, MA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Peter in Blueberry Land (Mini Edition) (Hardcover)
Elsa Beskow's "Peter In Blueberry Land" is one of our favorite children's books. The illustrations are lovely and the story delights a wide range of ages. The only problem is that this particular format (a hardcover book measuring 6.7" wide x 5.2" tall) does not do justice to such a treasure. The pictures are not as enjoyable and, in many cases, the publishers of this edition have chosen to place text on top of the illustrations. It is definitely worthwhile seeking out the larger format hardcover book (12.5" wide x 9.5" tall) as you will want to keep it for future generations. It would be better, in my opinion, to buy a good second hand copy of the larger book than a new smaller version.
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful story with beautiful illustrations!, April 20, 1999
I was delighted to learn that Elsa Beskow's book "Peter in Blueberry Land" was still in print. My grandfather in Norway sent it to me as a gift when I was a child and I just loved the story and the beautiful and wonderful illustrations. It is a book that has stood the test of time--Elsa Beskow first published the book in 1901.

Now, I have purchased a copy for my grandchildren. The story is one of a small boy and his adventures (in dream sequence) of picking blueberries for his mother's birthday gift.

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A simple tale of adventure, magic, & beauty, August 6, 2001
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Peter has set out in the forest to find berries for his mother's birthday gift, but where are the berries? Fortunately, the mouse-sized King of Blueberry Land arrives, taps Peter on his toe, shrinks him down to his size, and takes him on a magical adventure picking berries, harnessing mice, sailing in slips of bark, and chirping with crickets. My 2- and 4-year-old children love this book. The story perfectly touches the imagination of young ones and its magical possibilities. The illustrations are simple, yet beautiful. This book would be a wonderful addition to any young child's library.
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5.0 out of 5 stars We love blueberries!
One of my son's favorite foods is blueberries. So, it was fitting that I purchase a book with great reviews and about something he loves. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jamie Rae Mcalpin

3.0 out of 5 stars Peter in Blueberry Land
We own a larger version of Peter in Blueberry Land and I purchased an additional copy for my son's class room, as his birthday gift to them. Read more
Published on November 6, 2006 by Mrs. Amazake

4.0 out of 5 stars wonderful book except for small format
My son loved this book so much when we read it at the library, I had to buy him a copy. The story is gentle but has a little adventure to it. Read more
Published on May 14, 2006 by Liz Beth

5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal Children's Book
This book is without doubt one of the best children's books out there. Elsa Beskow, having written most of her works between 1900-1925, doesn't have the same exposure in... Read more
Published on December 27, 2004 by Professor Smart

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story captures my 2.5 yr old
I became discouraged with other books that others had given us. They were so loud and in your face drawings- hard on the eyes and I was really becoming aware of the yukky content... Read more
Published on May 30, 2004 by Wendy C.

5.0 out of 5 stars Creative and imaginative
The story of Peter in Blueberry Land is a fun adventure of a boy searching for berries. Elsa Beskow's illustrations are touching. Read more
Published on December 6, 2003 by britneyxyz

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
This book is perfect for children ages 2-6. It is innocent, no bad words at all. Elsa Beskow is very educated about plants and herbs and her drawings are accurate. Read more
Published on February 21, 2002 by J. Brown

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