The Old Man Of Lochnagar

Children’s Books

The Old Man of Lochnagar invites young readers into a magical Highland adventure dreamed up by Prince Charles, now King Charles III. This charming 1980 hardcover pairs royal storytelling with lively watercolours by Sir Hugh Casson, making every page of the picture book feel like a walk through misty Scottish crags.

Ideal for bedtime or classroom read-alouds, the tale follows a solitary mountain dweller who befriends quirky creatures beneath Lochnagar’s craggy peaks. Children aged 4-8 and nostalgic collectors alike relish its gentle humour, rhythmic prose, and glimpse into the King’s imagination long before he ascended the throne.

This illustrated edition arrives with its original dust jacket and carries a neat gift inscription on the front free endpaper, adding a personal touch without claiming royal authograph. Pages remain crisp and tightly bound, while light foxing to the prelims and some jacket scuffing hint at its journey from smoke-free shelves to your collection.

A delightful find for fans of British royalty memorabilia, antiquarian children’s books, or unique bedtime stories, The Old Man of Lochnagar blends literary whimsy with collectible charm.