Wild Cards: A 100 Postcard Box Set

The Wild Cards is a companion set to The Lost Words and The Lost Spells, featuring 100 postcards with artwork and words from the books. It allows adults and children to send and display their own wild cards, making and renewing connections with the natural world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 100 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2021
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

A captivating companion to the award-winning and internationally adored phenomenon, "The Lost Words" and "The Lost Spells," this delightful set is sure to captivate both adults and children alike. Whether you're receiving, sending, or displaying these Wild Cards, you're in for a treat that will transport you to a world of breathtaking beauty and enchantment.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail by the talented Jackie Morris, this collection of 100 postcards showcases her remarkable artistic prowess. Each card features captivating artwork accompanied by words from the enchanting "Lost" books, penned by the visionary Robert Macfarlane. From the delicate acorn to the majestic wren, the enchanting curlew to the regal kingfisher, the graceful silver birch to the playful snow hare, the vibrant goldfinch to the aromatic gorse, and countless other species, these cards celebrate the wonders of the natural world.

The front of each card bears one of Morris's Greenaway Medal-winning paintings, which are renowned for their intricate details and vibrant colors. On the reverse side, you'll discover an accompanying quotation from one of the spell-poems in the "Lost" books, adding an extra layer of magic and wonder to the experience. Additionally, each card is accompanied by an identification of the featured species, allowing you to deepen your knowledge and appreciation of the natural world.

What makes this set truly special is the blank space provided on the remaining portion of each card. Encouraging you to get creative, you can fill in these wild cards with pen, pencil, or paint, allowing your imagination to run wild. Once completed, you can send these cards out into the world, spreading joy, connection, and a sense of wonder to those who receive them.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a lover of art, or simply seeking a moment of tranquility and inspiration, "The Wild Cards" by Jackie Morris and Robert Macfarlane is a must-have treasure that will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination. So, embrace the magic, share the joy, and let these Wild Cards become a testament to the beauty and wonder of our natural world.

Weight: 732g
Dimension: 116 x 170 x 67 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241534090