Nell and the Circus of Dreams
By Nell Gifford
When Rosebud vanishes, lonely Nell discovers a dazzling secret beyond the garden.
Genres
What is Nell and the Circus of Dreams about?
When Nell’s mother is ill, Nell feels lonely and sad. Then she finds a tiny chick, names her Rosebud and the two become inseparable. One morning, Rosebud disappears, leading Nell on a search through the garden and fields. There, beyond her wildest dreams, she discovers a dazzling circus filled with colour, music and extraordinary performers. As Nell and Rosebud become part of the show, they find friendship, joy and a little magic to carry home with them.
About the author
Nell Gifford was a British author and circus director who loved stories, horses and magical performances. She founded Giffords Circus, a colourful travelling circus known for its wonderful shows. Nell also wrote books inspired by circus life and history, including Nell and the Circus of Dreams and Sgt. Major Philip Astley: Inventor of the Circus. Her writing invites readers to imagine bright costumes, daring tricks and exciting adventures under the big top.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2020
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