Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what
happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with
an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an
undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling
phenomenon across the world. This award-winning rhyming
story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the
hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and
will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and
years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo.
This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra
content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this
the perfect gift.
Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia
Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo's Child, Room on
the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in
Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book and A
Squash and a Squeeze.

Julia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 27.5 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs – and her brilliant live shows are always in demand.

Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. Axel is the illustrator of some of the world's best-loved picture books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child.