The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady Colouring Book

The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady Colouring Book

Summary

A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside.

Nearly 40 years ago, a rediscovered diary enchanted the nation. Edith Holden's 'Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady' from 1906 captured her observations on the English countryside's changing seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations of its flora and fauna.

Now, for the first time, Edith's work been turned into an beautiful colouring book.

Featuring black & white ink illustrations based on her paintings, alongside the original handwriting from the lost journal, this is a captivating colouring book that guides you through a year in the world of this truly remarkable Edwardian lady.

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  • A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside.

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About the author

Edith Holden

Edith Holden (1871-1920) was a British artist and teacher. In 1906, she recorded her observations about the countryside and seasons around her in an illustrated diary, full of exquisite watercolour paintings. In 1977, her journal was re-discovered and published as The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady.
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