The Book of the Rose

Charles G. D. Roberts, the celebrated English author of children's literature, is best known for his hugely popular The Book of the Rose, set in the world of the Victorian garden. A fairy tale about a mysterious rose bush that blooms roses with extraordinary powers, it has been translated into 20 languages and has never been out of print since its first publication in 1923. It was voted Children's Book of the Century by English teachers in 2000. Charles G. D. Roberts' writing is known for its charm and beauty, and The Book of the Rose has been universally hailed as one of his most accomplished works, filled with humor and wisdom.