Adrian Mitchell Libros

A wonderful collection of poetry for young readers. Ages 6+.

Come On Everybody brings together poems from a dozen collections published by Adrian Mitchell over five decades, from Poems (1964) to his final collection, Tell Me Lies (2008).

In this intriguing work of literary investigation, celebrated author and historian Adrian Mitchell delves deep into Kendall's storied life and uncovers a dark past that casts new shadows on his legacy. This is the true story of Henry Kendall, his parents and his grandparents - and he had every reason to dread it being made public.

A dramtic adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale of friendship and loyalty.

The narrative explores the haunting history of a century-old institution for the mentally ill located on Peat Island in the lower Hawkesbury. It delves into the lives of the residents and the societal attitudes towards mental health over the years, revealing the complex interplay between care, neglect, and the evolving understanding of mental illness. The setting serves as a poignant backdrop for examining the human experience within the confines of institutional life.

Follow mischievous Peter Rabbit and Friends in this special adaptation by Adrian Mitchell, one of Britain's foremost poets and dramatists.

When W.O. Mitchell died in 1998, he was described as "Canada's best-loved writer." Every commentator agreed that his best—and his best-loved—book was Who Has Seen the Wind. Since it was first published in 1947, this book has sold almost a million copies in Canada. As we enter the world of four-year-old Brian O'Connal, his father the druggist, his Uncle Sean, his mother, and his formidable Scotch grandmother ("she belshes … a lot"), it soon becomes clear that this is no ordinary book. As we watch Brian grow up, the prairie and its surprising inhabitants like the Ben and Saint Sammy—and the rich variety of small-town characters—become unforgettable. This book will be a delightful surprise for all those who are aware of it, but have never quite got around to reading it, till now.

The Siege was commissioned by schools from across the UK, when they decided that there was a noticeable lack of good plays for teenagers with a reasonable but not restricting cast size. The story follows the Swados Family, living in the city of Arden which is taken under siege by the neighbouring town of Dower. Some people turn to drugs, others to the church, others find their own ways of coping with daily life. Follow the struggle of the family and their fellow citizens in a play which has everything.

The "Heinemann Plays" series offers contemporary drama and classic plays in durable classroom editions. Many have large casts and an equal mix of boy and girl parts. This dramatization of George Orwell's "Animal Farm" comes with lyrics by Adrian Mitchell and music by Richard Peaslee.

The autobiography offers a personal glimpse into the life of Fred Dale Mitchell, capturing his experiences and reflections. It serves as a heartfelt legacy for his descendants, providing them with a sense of his existence and the journey he undertook. Through his narrative, readers gain insight into his thoughts and the significant moments that shaped his identity.