The Spectacular Tale of Peter Rabbit Hardcover – September 30, 2014

Emma Thompson, one of my favorite actresses has written a simply marvelous book that continues the stories of Peter Rabbit. She writes scripts and now has given us Peter and Benjamin Rabbit.A country fair was coming to their area, and Peter and Benjamin Rabbit thought how wonderful to go. The fair was going to have a Punch and Judy Show, a Merry go round, a small roller coaster and a coconut shy. Since this fair takes place in England, I was not familiar with 'coconut shy'."A coconut shy (or coconut shie) is a traditional game frequently found as a sidestall at funfairs and fêtes. The game consists of throwing wooden balls at a row of coconuts balanced on posts. Typically a player buys three balls and wins each coconut successfully dislodged. In some cases other prizes may be won instead of the coconuts.The word "shy" in this context is an English term meaning to toss or throw." WikipediaUnfortunately, Momma Rabbit was not fond of fairs, she thought that people to be avoided only went to that fair. Instead the boys should go and help their uncle pick berries. So, off they went. When you read this book you will see the adventures that Peter gets into and Benjamin got to observe. Parents/teachers will love reading this book to their children. It is full of fun and whimsy, and the boy rabbits get up to mischief. The children will have all sorts of questions about English Fairs, and the where and the why of things. The illustrations by Eleanot Taylor are magical and colorful, and depict all the adventures undertaken by the boy rabbits.This story is inspired by Beatrix Potter and her wonderful tales of Peter Rabbit. Emma Thompson is one of those people who can charm us with her words and actions. This book is but an example of her creativity. The book is itself very attractive, full of the magical words and illustrations, sure to enchant any child. My granddaughter loves this book, and it was such a nice surprise for her. And, to top it all off a CD of this book, recorded by Emma Thompson is enclosed. Could anything be better?Highly Recommended. prisrob 10-03-14

My daughters and I listen to the CD in the car EVERY day (twice!!!!) We really love the story and Emma Thompson's narrating is beautiful. I only wished the story was a bit longer (The Further Tale(s) of Peter Rabbit was over 15 min and was a great length for our drive home .

Another story beautifully written and read by Emma Thompson. I have it in the car for our grandsons. They can't seem to get enough of the story and ask to hear it again and again. What a delight.

Another of my young granddaughters' favorites! Emma has written another absolutely charming tale. I hope she writes another one! The CDs are absolutely delightful to listen to. What a talented woman!

Love this new Peter Rabbit adventure by Emma Thompson!!! We fell in love with her first book "The Further Tale" and love listening to her enchanting voice. A must for the family to read and listen to!

the little ones liked it.

Another of my grandson's favorites. He loves that Peter is mistakenly taken as a prize at the carnival. Again, great illustrations.

Grandson enjoyed reading the story by himself. Pictures were wonderful and help him understand the story.Will buy more of the books.

Great fun for any Peter rabbit fan, modernised but still a feel of a classic.

My friend was delighted to get this book for her birthday and she loves reading anything to do with Beatrix Potter and Peter Rabbit and the other characters it was well written by Emma Thompson good actress and writer hope Emma will do well for her writing for children's classics like The Spectacular Tale Of Peter Rabbit

A beautifully presented book, with stunning illustrations of Peter and friends, A world of joy to enter in to, and encounter the excitement and escapades of this very mischievous rabbit.

Lovely quality book, but I would suggest for a 6/7 year old as it is quite a detailed story but overall a brilliant book

My granddaughter loves this