Celebrate the 90th birthday of one of the world s most beloved icons of children s literature Winnie-the-Pooh! A classic celebration of childhood A. A. Milne s When We Were Very Young is a collection of poems that have touched the hearts of readers for more than 90 years. His verses sing with a playful innocence weaving together the worlds of reality and enchanting make-believe. Published two years before Winnie-the-Pooh careful readers will also discover the very first appearance of the Best Bear in All the World. These treasured poems are perfectly matched by Ernest Shepard s whimsical illustrations which have delighted countless readers. These poems have been read and re-read to generations of children and today they can still find a cherished place on every bookshelf.