A special hardcover edition of the bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Celebrating 30 years of storytelling, this gift edition contains additional content from the creators, including the inspiration for the book, early sketches of the artwork, and the story of Julia and Axel's long-running creative partnership. 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.Discover 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.