Mary Poppins by Dr. P. L. Travers Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Mary Poppins
Book Review: Although they are children's books, they are fun to read at any age.
Summary: 3 Stars
This is not Disney's tale, although it is what the movie and play are base on.
P. L. Travers (1899 - 1996) was the creator of Mary Poppins and wrote eight Mary Poppins books altogether starting in 1934.
Unlike other nannies, Mary Poppins makes the most ordinary events extraordinary. She slides up banisters, pulls all manner of wonders out of her carpet bag, and banishes fear or sadness with a no-nonsense "Spitspot."
She leads the children from one magical adventure to another and still gently tuck them in at the end of the day.
Although they are children's books, they are fun to read at any age.
Book Review: Any way the wind blows.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the original Mary Poppins book, which came out a long time before the famous Disney movie. Mary Poppins in the book is somewhat different than the movie version. The book version of Mary Poppins is a magical nanny of unexplained origin. She is strict with her charges, and she is quite vain, frequently admiring her appearance in the mirror. The book doesn't really tell one lengthy story. Rather, each chapter relates a seperate fascinating anecdote involving Mary Poppins. This is a great, classic childrens book.Book Review: Appearances can be deceiving
Summary: 1 Stars
The product image implies you're buying an authentic linen cover containing the classic Mary Poppins illustration. No. You get a dust jacket with the image of a linen cover printed on it. The real hardcover is a plain red, no artwork. Inside, the paper feels like a cheap paperback.
I bought this book for my daughter. I'm not counting on the poor quality to last to give to a grandchild. I'd be better served finding an old dusty copy from the 1960s from a quality printing.
Book Review: Better than the movie
Summary: 4 Stars
The eccentric, wacky nanny is even more entertaining in this book than she was in the movie. She takes the children on countless magical adventures and has such a warm relationship with them. There isn't a dull moment in this exciting roller coaster ride of fantasy. This should be considered a classic.Book Review: Excellent Bedtime Stories
Summary: 5 Stars
Like most people, I have seen the Disney version of "Mary Poppins (40th Anniversary Edition)." A highly enjoyable film, it was also wonderful to note that although Disney inserted its own elements, it did an excellent job of adapting the writings of P.L. Travers. On its own, the first book in the series, simply titled "Mary Poppins" is a fun collection of chapters that are perfect for bedtime stories for children. Each chapter is basically a self-contained tale. Fans of the Disney movie will recognize some of these (Uncle Albert's house, the Bird Woman, and Jolly Holiday), and others are new tales. Sure, on the surface, Mary Poppins does seem a bit rude, conceited, and vain, but she obviously cares deeply for the children and obviously has many friends in the world--including the animal kingdom. This story focuses mainly on the children and Mary Poppins; Mr. & Mrs. Banks are not really fleshed out in the book as much as they are in the movie, and this is just fine. The journeys that Mary Poppins takes the children on are full of imagination, and will definitely stir up the creative thinking of children. The Harcourt edition is nicely done; hardcover with dust jacket, includes original black and white illustrations; definitely has a nice vintage look to it. Highly recommended!