The book was published in the UK in three issues: the present extra limited issue of 20 copies bound in vellum, a limited issue of 350 copies on large paper, and a regular trade issue. "The Times Literary Supplement congratulated Milne on avoiding 'the temptation to repeat his successful formula mechanically', though it was 'sad to see the stories end'" (Thwaite, A. Published on 11 October 1928, The House at Pooh Corner was received by critics with a delight tinged by sadness. It introduces Tigger and the game of Poohsticks." (Thwaite, The Brilliant Career of Winnie-the-Pooh). In the opinion of Milne's biographer, Ann Thwaite, "The House at Pooh Corner is probably now the most loved and popular of all. Milne had bought his son a stuffed tiger, "Tigger", and told Shepard that he was longing to see the illustrations for this new character, who would become one of the author's most popular creations. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh books, and features the first appearance of Tigger. This is the most luxurious and exclusive issue of the various formats issued of the first editions of A. Whether you’re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.Signed extra limited edition, number 15 of 20 large paper copies, printed on Japanese vellum and bound in vellum, signed by both the author and illustrator. Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Milne’s classic children’s stories – featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself – are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness. The nation’s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. In this stunning edition of The House at Pooh Corner, A.A.Milne’s classic characters are once again brought to life by E.H.Shepard’s beautiful decorations. In this highly popular volume Pooh meets the irrepressible Tigger for the first time, learns to play Poohsticks and sets a trap for a Heffalump.
This is the second classic children’s story collection by A.A.Milne about Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood.
“In that enchanted placed on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.”
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