John Julius Norwich

The Twelve Days of Christmas

Everybody knows the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’, but not the version by John Julius Norwich. Rewritten as a correspondence between a bemused young lady and her secret admirer, this hilarious book explores the full comic possibilities of the 12 days of the famous song. It explodes into a full comic debacle – aided and abetted by the brilliant illustrations of Quentin Blake – as first birds, then maids, and finally the full percussion section of the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, bring mayhem to the calm of an English country Christmas. If you’re looking for a full, festive belly laugh, this book is definitely for you!

Hardcover: 32 Pages

Language: Language

Format: Kindle Edition, Hardcover & Paperback

5/5
Reviewed By Reviewed By Juliette Foster
“A funny, imaginative book that everybody will love. Quentin Blake’s hilarious illustrations are a brilliant touch.”