There are 304 pages in this book. This book was published 2000 by Jane Nissen Books .

Best known for his children's books, BB wrote and illustrated many books for adults under his real name, Denys Watkins-Pitchford. He was born in Northamptonshire, studied art in Paris and London at the Royal College of Art, and taught art at Rubgy School. But for most of his life he lived in Northamptonshire, developing a wide knowledge and deep love of the countryside. 'B. B. ' was born as D. J. Watkins-Pitchford in 1905 in Northamptonshire. He studied at the Royal College of Art and was for many years the art master at Rugby School. He has written many books for both children and adults, all of which reflect his naturalist's knowledge and passion for the countryside. The Little Grey Men and its sequel, Down the Bright Stream, are two of his most well-known and best-loved books and in 1942 The Little Grey Men won the prestigious Carnegie Medal.