The Norfolk Story Book

Seven fun stories for children that breathe life into local historical objects Have you ever wondered what a snap dragon, a mammoth and mustard all have in common? The answer is Norfolk! Inspired by seven unique objects at the Norfolk Collections Centre, this book tells seven stories, all from different periods in time, which combine local history with imagination and fun. Discover the magic of the Norwich Snap Dragon, adventure through pre-historic Norfolk with a mammoth, find out why the region’s famous mustard doesn’t mix with smelly feet, and get swept back in time to experience Norwich as it was seen through the eyes of two mysterious statues. AUTHOR: Isabelle Knight was born and bred in Norwich and took part in live re-enactments of workhouse life at Gressenhall as a girl. She has worked extensively in young people’s theatre, including the YSC, touring UK schools. She is the founder of the literary event Books Talk Back, has written and presented for local community radio and currently works as a bookseller at Waterstones, Norwich Castle Street and UEA. She has performed a reading from the book at Gressenhall’s Summer Story Festival 2015, and is planning future events. SELLING POINTS: . Explores a wide variety of Norfolk’s history, from prehistoric times through medieval and Victorian times to the modern day . Stories based on objects from the Norfolk Collections Centre 5 b/w illustrations