Mervyn Peake

Mervyn Peake

  • 5 stars across 7 books
Mervyn Peake (1911-1968) wrote poetry and plays, was a painter and illustrator and designed theatrical costumes. But he is best known for his Gormenghast trilogy, which includes the novels Titus Groan, Gormenghast and Titus Alone. Several of his works have since been adapted into television and radio plays. Mervyn Peake also illustrated memorable editions of such classics as Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Hunting of the Snark, Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Treasure Island.
19th September 2007

Harry the Dirty Dog

Don't miss Harry the Dirty Dog! This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn't want a bath stand... MoreHarry the Dirty Dog

(7 reviews) Review
1st June 2009

Alice Through the Looking-Glass

Walker Ilustrated Classics is a new series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated b... MoreAlice Through the Looking-Glass

(5 reviews) Review
15th November 2015

Treasure Island: Annotated Edition. Illustrated by David Mackintosh

One of the best-loved adventure stories ever written, Treas­ure Island's timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure maps, m... MoreTreasure Island: Annotated Edition. Illustrated by David Mackintosh

(5 reviews) Review
10th February 2012

Grimm's Household Tales

This new edition of Peake's illustrated Houshold Tales by the Brothers Grimm was originally published in 1946 and this i... MoreGrimm's Household Tales

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1st February 2015

Ride a Cock Horse: And Other Nursery Rhymes

This elegantly produced collection of classic nursery rhymes is accompanied by richly imaginative drawings by Mervyn Pea... MoreRide a Cock Horse: And Other Nursery Rhymes

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20th May 2003

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass have captivated the imagination of adults... MoreAlice's Adventures in Wonderland

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