Flower Fairies of the Spring was first published in 1923, and immediately brought Cicely Mary Barker acclaim as an artist. She created a further six Flower Fairies books over the next twenty-five years. The delicate charm of the illustrations, coupled with their meticulous botanical accuracy, captivated both children and adults alike. Since her death in 1963 these timeless books have continued to give pleasure to fans around the world and have come to be regarded as classic's of children's literature.

This new deluxe edition of Flower Fairies of Winter uses modern printing techniques to reflect the outstanding craftsmanship of Cicely Mary Barker's artwork. It includes a biographical introduction about the artist, botanical notes and information on each plant, and a section on the changing meanings and uses of plants over the centuries. But whatever the changes, men and women have always responded to flowers and this delightful winter collection will find admirers everywhere.