New paperback book copy of The Magic Pudding written and illustrated by Norman Lindsay. Dover (2006) unabridged republication of the edition published by Angus and Robertson, Ltd., Sydney, Australia, 1918. 45 illustrations. 144 pages. 5-3/8 x 8-1/2 inches, 22 cm. Current list price 8.95. From the book cover: Australian author and artist Norman Lindsay wrote this jolly fable in response to a friend who claimed that children liked to read about fairies. Lindsay maintained that kids prefer food and fighting, and this fun-filled romp abounds in both. Sailor Bill and his companions Bunyip Bluegum (a koala) and Sam Sawnoff (a penguin) stroll, eat, and defend the pudding from would-be thieves. Upon occasion, the friends burst into exuberant song, punctuating their adventures with a series of whimsical rhymes.Always! Free Standard Shipping in USA!

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A walking, talking dessert, this pudding shares its deliciousness with everyone and never runs out -- because it's "magic " This madcap childhood classic recounts the adventures of three friends as they defend the pudding from thieves. Their tale is highlighted by occasional bursts of exuberant song, along with 45 charming illustrations.