![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Christianna had many jobs until finally in 1941 her first crime novel Death in High Heels was published, which was followed by successful crime novels and historical romance as well as children’s books. As a child she lived with the family of her cousin, Edward Ardizzone. But the children find that as their behavior improves, so does Nurse Matilda's appearance. Nurse Matilda: A mythical and hideous super-nanny comes to teach the naughty Brown children seven lessons. He illustrated for the Radio Times, exhibited his art in prestigious galleries and in 1936 he published his first book, Little Tim and the Brave Sea Captain. This collection contains all three of the Nurse Matilda books: Nurse Matilda, Nurse Matilda Goes to Town, and Nurse Matilda Goes to Hospital. This collection of stories from Christianna Brand is sure to charm and entertain all readers new and old.Ĭhristianna Brand was born in 1909. The first Nurse Matilda book was published in 1964, and quickly gained a devoted following. Having delighted generations of readers since their first publication in the sixties, the books have now formed the inspiration for the newly-released and fabulous Nanny McPhee, written and adapted for the big screen by Emma Thompson who stars as Nanny McPhee opposite Colin Firth as Mr Brown. Brought together in one volume are the three remarkable tales of Nurse Matilda – Nurse Matilda, Nurse Matilda Goes to Town and Nurse Matilda Goes to Hospital. And when Nurse Matilda does arrive very strange things begin to happen. ![]() ‘The person you want is Nurse Matilda,’ they are told. They try all the agencies but the nurses, governesses and nannies never stay long with the Brown children. Mr and Mrs Brown are always having great difficulty with their numerous and incredibly naughty children. ![]()
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