"The Wind in the Willows" is a 1908 children's novel by Kenneth Grahame. The story centres around four characters: Rat, Mole, Badger, and Toad who live in pastoral England during the Edwardian era. Originally adapted from bedtime stories Grahame used to tell his young son, "The Wind in the Willows" has become a classic of children's literature enjoyed by millions the world over. Perfect bedtime reading material not to be missed by lovers and collectors of children's literature. Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932) was a Scottish writer. Other notable works by this author include: "The Golden Age" (1895), "Dream Days" (1898), and "The Headswoman" (1898). Read & Co. Children's is proudly republishing this classic novel now in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned biography of the author.