{"product_id":"rip-van-winkle","title":"Rip Van Winkle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRip Van Winkle\u003c\/em\u003e, retold and illustrated by John Patience, is a charming children’s edition of the classic tale. Published by Peter Haddock Ltd. of Bridlington, England, printed in Italy, and part of the \u003cem\u003eOnce Upon a Storytime\u003c\/em\u003e series, this likely early to mid-1980s book has lovely nostalgic appeal for collectors of illustrated children’s stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story follows Rip Van Winkle as he wanders into the mountains to escape his nagging wife and meets a mysterious stranger along with a group of oddly dressed little people playing a strange game with bowls. After drinking with them, Rip falls into a deep sleep and awakens to a world changed by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely choice for fans of classic tales, vintage children’s books, John Patience illustrations, and collectible storybook series, this edition of \u003cem\u003eRip Van Winkle\u003c\/em\u003e is a fun addition to any children’s bookshelf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardcover, Picture Book, Very Good Previous owner's name and phone number written on the decorative endpaper. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLight shelf wear to the cover edges. Small amount of edge wear at the top of the spine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Patience","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53403965030697,"sku":"3435RB","price":10.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/9435\/7545\/files\/rip-van-winkle-6612274.webp?v=1785904998","url":"https:\/\/thebookstore.ca\/products\/rip-van-winkle","provider":"The Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}