Reproduction for personal and non-commercial use is permitted only if this copyright notice is retained. Any other reproduction is prohibited without permission. The book and tape package adds a blandly pleasant recording of Judy Collins singing the songs to music by Ernest Troost. Still, there's no denying that this is one cute package. The effect of her delicate illustrations is also dissipated by having several on each page.
Background notes accompany each story.
Barker's sweet, sentimental nature poems don't hold up as well as her captivating pictures, except for some enjoyable bits of plant lore, but fans will still appreciate having the entire package. Each successive month brings a new quote and a new border, until it ends with Father Christmas and holly berries. Small quotes and pictures are also scattered throughout the book, for an elegant effect. There's not a lot of space here for serious journal keepers, but beginners will find it enticing. Illustrated by Garth Williams.