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With the 60th anniversary of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (more about that over the next few months), we thought it would be a great time to explore John Burningham’s appetite for all forms of transport
For nine weeks this summer, National Trust, Mottisfont in Hampshire hosted John Burningham’s Bedtime Stories, an exhibition with 60 original artworks, large vinyl scenes on the walls and a ‘Magic Bed’!
In these 5 short video clips, Children’s book critic Nicolette Jones visits National Trust Mottisfont and discusses what made John Burningham special
‘Edwardo the Horriblest Boy in the Whole Wide World’
Nicolette Jones discusses John Burningham’s book ‘The Magic Bed’
Nicolette Jones describes her meetings with John Burningham
Nicolette Jones talks about John Burningham’s book ‘Avocado Baby’
Nicolette Jones discusses how John Burningham’s sources and influences are all represented in the exhibition
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Borka: The Goose With No Feathers, the Estate of John Burningham has released for sale 4 illustrations on a limited print run. Each high quality giclee is signed, numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
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