Product Description Ian Beck's delicate, nostalgic illustrations are known and loved throughout the world. His work evokes a gentle ideal of childhood in the tradition of Kate Greenaway and Edward Ardizzone, and his books for young children are full of humour and fun, while at the same time oozing old world charm. Ian Beck is one of this country's most popular and admired author/illustrators and his books have sold over a million copies About the Author Ian Beck is one of this country's most popular and admired author/illustrators and his books have sold over a million copies.