Mister Whistler
By (Author) Margaret Mahy
Illustrated by Gavin Bishop
Gecko Press
Gecko Press
5th October 2012
New Zealand
Children
Fiction
823.2
Winner of Best Picture Book Award 2013 (New Zealand)
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Absentminded Mister Whistler always has a song in his head and a dance in his feet. In a rush to catch the train, he is so distracted he loses his ticket. Is it in the bottom pockets of his big coat or the top pockets of his jacket Perhaps he slipped it into his waistcoat... Where is Mister Whistlers ticket
"This sprightly, whimsical tale will induce plenty of giggles and start toes to tappingThis romp fits in beautifully with Mahys other wacky picture books"
-- Kirkus Reviews (US)"This is a fun story, with vivid and unusual pictures and an engaging character. We love it!"
-- The Guardian (UK)"This is a fun, endearing and beautifully composed book by two stars of the childrens book world Their skill and attention to detail is evident in every page. A whimsical, light-hearted read thats guaranteed to engage younger readers and put a smile on your face too."
-- Kids Book review"This sprightly, whimsical tale will induce plenty of giggles and start toes to tappingThis romp fits in beautifully with Mahys other wacky picture books"
-- Kirkus Reviews (US)"This is a fun story, with vivid and unusual pictures and an engaging character. We love it!"
-- The Guardian (UK)"This is a fun, endearing and beautifully composed book by two stars of the childrens book world Their skill and attention to detail is evident in every page. A whimsical, light-hearted read thats guaranteed to engage younger readers and put a smile on your face too."
-- Kids Book reviewMargaret Mahy is one of the worlds best and most famous childrens authors. She was born in 1936, and wrote her first story at the age of seven. She won numerous awards for her work, including the prestigious international Hans Christian Anderson award in 2006. Margaret lived in Governors Bay, New Zealand until her death in 2012.
Gavin Bishop ONZM, Tainui, Ngti Awa, is a leading New Zealand illustrator. He has published over 70 books internationally and been translated into 12 languages. He has written for television and theatre, as well as a libretti for the Royal New Zealand Ballet. His awards include New Zealand Childrens Picture Book of the Year in 1982, 1994, 2000 and 2013. In 2019, he was named the winner of the Prime Minister's Award for Literary Achievement Non Fiction.