Our Village

by Our Staff, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A collection of poems introducing the memorable residents of a village, including the baker, Mr. Crumb, absent-minded Dotty Lou, and Mr. Mandolini and his dancing bear.

Genres: Picture Books, Poetry

Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[Alec Longstreth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Somehow, I had never even heard of this book by one of my favorite picture book duos and then today I found a copy at the Santa Fe public library sale (for a quarter!). I loved the verse throughout and the theme of the book (visiting a variety of characters that all live in the same village) and the Blake illustrations are some of the finest I've ever seen. I look forward to revisiting this book over and over in the years to come.

[Alexandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the characters brought to life by Quentin Blake's fantastical illustrations.

[Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a cosy, beautiful, rhyming stroll and introduction to Our Village. As someone inspired by childhood experiences in a village, I appreciate and find the audiobook inspiring.