About the Author

Edward Lear's nonsense rhymes are famed for their linguistic genius. Alan Bennett is a much-loved British playwright, screenwriter, actor and author.

Reviews

"Anne Mortimer's illustrations are a magical companion to Lear's immortal whimsy." -- Roger Ebert"This delightfully charming creation does, indeed, 'dance by the light of the moon.'" -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Lear's poem is beautifully illustrated...A charming presentation." -- School Library Journal

"Anne Mortimer's illustrations are a magical companion to Lear's immortal whimsy." -- Roger Ebert"This delightfully charming creation does, indeed, 'dance by the light of the moon.'" -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Lear's poem is beautifully illustrated...A charming presentation." -- School Library Journal