HUGHES, Shirley, [author / illustrator], A LIFE DRAWING, THE BODLEY HEAD, 1999. First edition, third impression, hardback with original dustjacket as issued. A good fine, clean copy with no marks or tears. This  edition has been anotated and signed in black ink, 'with best wishes from Shirley Hughes'. 
 
A wonderful authobiographical account of the great Shirley Hughes' fascinating and consistently productive life. From her early inspirations, and life during WW2, this  narrative, full with illustrations of her artwork reveal her never-ending restless creativity into her later years.  An inspiring read for both young and old. As Philip Pullman once said - 'Shirley Hughes is a national treasure'.