by Katharine Bamfield (Author), Margaret Tarrant (Illustrator)
The traditional nativity story is brought to life in this beautiful book.
Closely following the Bible, it takes us through the annunciation and Jesus' birth to the visits of the shepherds, the wise men, and then the flight into Egypt. This heritage edition of The Story of Christmas,
featuring the original artworks and text, is a timeless classic- perfect to share with the next generation. It's a must-have stocking filler to share with children aged 5 and up.
Author Biography
Margaret Tarrant is a much-loved English illustrator, specialising in charming depictions of fairy-like children and religious subjects. Born in 1888, she began her career at the age of 20, and studied at Heatherley's School of Art, in London, and then at Guildford School of Art, exhibiting her work at the Royal Academy between 1914 and 1927, and at the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists. She painted and published into the early 1950s.
Katharine Bamfield is an early 20th century author, best known for her retelling the nativity story in The Story of Christmas.