
Ted Hughes, a celebrated Poet Laureate, takes young readers on an imaginative journey beneath the waves in 'The Mermaid's Purse.' This collection of 28 poems captures the essence of marine life and the seashore, from the comical flounder to the ghostly cormorant and mythical mermaids. Hughes's distinctive voice, by turns lyrical, whimsical, and robust, makes these poems a joy to read aloud and a wonderful introduction to the natural world and the power of verse. Accompanied by Flora McDonnell's black-and-white illustrations, it's a rich literary experience for children aged 4-11.
A collection of poems about the creatures of the sea, including the limpet, crab, and conger eel.