Enchantment in the Garden Hardcover

A classic and beautifully illustrated story about friendship by best-loved author–illustrator, Shirley Hughes.

Set in Italy in the 1920s, Enchantment in the Garden tells the story of Valerie, a lonely young girl who discovers a stunning marble statue of a boy riding a dolphin.

• One magical day, the boy comes to life.
• This marks the beginning of an eternal friendship between Valerie and Cherubino, the son of a sea-god.

Originally published in 1996, this timeless tale of friendship is set against the enchanting backdrop of:

• Summer sunsets,
• Renaissance gardens,
• Dramatic seascapes.

It carries a strong environmental message and showcases the richness and quality that only world-class author–illustrator Shirley Hughes can deliver.