From Spring to Spring: Stories of the Four Seasons

by Alison Uttley

Characters ranging from hedgehogs to humans, from pigs to bears, follow the changes of the year with an intense enjoyment of the world of nature.

131 pages, Hardcover

First published March 20, 1978

About the author

Alison Uttley (17 December 1884 – 7 May 1976), née Alice Jane Taylor, was a prolific British writer of over 100 books. She is now best known for her children's series about Little Grey Rabbit, and Sam Pig.

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Reviews

[Rachel Kopel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I discovered Alison Uttley and her wonderful books when I picked up a badly damaged copy of The Little Grey Rabbit and the Weasels. Even though the illustrations had been removed from this small book, I fell in love. I am fascinated by the lives of people previous to our own time. Uttley writes of pre-industrial England's rural life using animals as her characters. Since I am also a fan of Wind in the Willows, The Brambley Hedge Series, and the Beatriz Potter's books, it was a delight to find another author in the genre who is not as well known. This book is a compilation of stories from many of her books, chosen to carry us through the course of a year.

[Amanda Lavelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Carolynne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written short stories about the seasons of the year. Best Story: Sam Pig's Trousers Least favorite story: Star-shine.

[Poppy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dug this out of my memory box and had a quick read.