Oxford University Press Tom's Midnight Garden 65th Anniversary Edition | Paperback | English

Celebrate 65 years of Philippa Pearce's classic children's story with this special anniversary edition of Tom's Midnight Garden. This historical fiction novel, winner of the Carnegie Medal, features a new foreword by Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce, making it an essential addition for historical literature enthusiasts and young readers alike.

The story follows Tom, sent to stay with his aunt and uncle for the summer, expecting boredom. His nights take a magical turn when the old grandfather clock strikes thirteen, revealing a secret, enchanted garden that only he can access. In this mysterious thirteenth hour, the garden comes alive, and Tom encounters children whose reality—whether living or spectral—remains uncertain.

• Anniversary Edition celebrating 65 years of the beloved novel.
• Includes a foreword by Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
• Recognized as one of the best-loved children's books of all time, selected for The Guardian's Top 25 books to read before you're 25.
• Historical fiction focusing on themes of magic, time, and memory.

• Author: Pearce, Philippa
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 248 pages
• Publication Date: October 5, 2023
• ISBN-13: 978-0192788757
• Dimensions: 130 x 199 x 19mm (13 x 19.9 x 1.9 cm)
• Weight: 270g
• Reading Age: 8+ years

This 1st Edition paperback from OUP Oxford preserves the enchanting narrative of Tom's secret midnight world, perfect for readers who appreciate timeless historical fantasy.