Books in order: A Deep Dive into the Works of P.L. Travers
Renowned as one of the finest children’s authors of the 20th century, P.L. Travers (1899-1996), held a unique narrative style that delights and immerses readers of all ages. Born in Australia, Travers possessed a natural flair for writing, showcasing her prowess in authored poems as a teenager. Additionally, her stint as an actress left a considerable imprint on her readers, thanks to her remarkable storytelling skills.
After successfully touring Australia and New Zealand, she relocated to England in 1924, marking a paradigm shift in her career landscape. This shift witnessed the birth of the world-renowned character ‘#Mary Poppins.’ The literary world applauds Travers’ creative genius in her characterization of Mary Poppins, compiled elegantly in a series of books in order.
Additionally, the cinematic representation of Travers’ life in ‘Saving Mr. Banks,’ with Emma Thompson playing Travers, gives deeper insights into her life and literary contributions. Tom Hanks embodies Walt Disney, adding to the narrative’s overall charisma.
Travers commenced her journey as a published novelist in 1934 with the debut novel, ‘#Mary Poppins.’ The following section elaborates on the series of her books in order.
Publication Order of Mary Poppins Books
| Mary Poppins | (1934) |    |
| Mary Poppins Comes Back | (1935) | |
| Mary Poppins Opens the Door | (1943) | |
| Mary Poppins in the Park | (1952) | |
| The Gingerbread Shop | (1952) | |
| Mary Poppins from A to Z | (1962) | |
| Mr. Wigg’s Birthday Party | (1962) | |
| Mary Poppins in the Kitchen | (1975) | |
| Mary Poppins in Cherry Tree Lane | (1982) | |
| Mary Poppins and the House Next Door | (1988) | |