Blue Peter - Tenth Book

The tenth Blue Peter annual, published by the BBC in 1973 to celebrate another year of Britain's longest-running children's television programme. This hardback edition features the beloved presenting team of John Noakes, Peter Purves, Valerie Singleton and Lesley Judd on the glazed pictorial cover.

Edited by legendary producer Biddy Baxter with Edward Barnes and Rosemary Gill, this 76-page annual captures the magic of early 1970s Blue Peter. Inside you'll find colour and black-and-white photographs of the presenters both in the Television Centre studio and out on location, chronicling the summer expedition, studio guests, the pets (including the famous Shep), and that year's charity appeal.

A particular highlight is the Paddington story by Michael Bond, illustrated by 'Hargreaves', bringing together two of the BBC's most cherished children's properties. The book includes the trademark Blue Peter mix of craft makes (using sticky back plastic, naturally), puzzles, competitions, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the programme that became a national institution.

Published during the golden era when Blue Peter aired twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays, this tenth book represents childhood memories for an entire generation who rushed home from school to watch Valerie, Peter and John's adventures. The programme's enduring appeal - still the world's longest-running children's show after first airing in 1958 - makes these annuals treasured pieces of British broadcasting history.

Perfect for nostalgic collectors, Blue Peter enthusiasts, or anyone who remembers racing to get their Blue Peter badge.

Condition: Preloved hardback in good used condition. Laminated pictorial boards, no dust jacket (as issued). One-off secondhand item from our vintage collection.

Publication details:

• Publisher: BBC
• Published: 1973
• Format: Hardback with laminated pictorial boards, 76 pages
• ISBN: 0563124067 / 978-0563124061
• Editors: Biddy Baxter, Edward Barnes, Rosemary Gill
• Features: Colour and B&W photography throughout