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Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Classic Fiction
An illustrated adaptation of Charles Dickens's Victorian classic -
at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! After surviving
fourteen long years with her horrible aunt, and nothing but a doll
and an old handkerchief for company, Esther Summerson's life is
finally looking a little brighter. She's going to school and making
friends, real friends! The only thing Esther's missing now is a
mother. But long-lost parents don't just turn up out of the blue on
a rainy afternoon ... do they? About The Charles Dickens Children's
Collection: Bah humbug! Who says the classics are just for adults?
Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his ghostly Christmas adventure, or follow
orphaned Oliver Twist from rags to riches in some of literature's
most famous tales from the foggy streets of Victorian London.
"One cold and windy autumn evening many years ago a newspaper
parcel was found on the doorstep of the Home for Moomin Foundlings.
In that parcel I lay, quite small and shivering with cold." So
begins the remarkable Memoirs of Moominpappa, a book written to
delight his dear son Moomintroll and friends. What follows is a
story about storytelling itself. Moominpappa weaves one fabulous
tale after another, writing at night to read aloud by day and
featuring not only the fearless, adventurous author but also the
fathers of Sniff and Snufkin - the rather muddled Muddler and the
carefree Joxter. Add to this mix the genius inventor Hodgkins and a
grand finale in which Moominpappa rescues a shipwrecked Moominmamma
from the waves and the fun becomes irresistible. The Memoirs of
Moominpappa, was first published in the UK in 1950 under the title,
The Exploits of Moominpapa. In the early 1960s Tove Jansson
substantially revised this text, redrawing pictures and reinstating
her preferred title. This is the very first time the revised
edition has become available in the UK.
Containing many of Arthur Rackham's beautiful colour pictures and
black and white drawings. Originally published in 1921. Many of the
earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the
1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly
expensive. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works
in affordable, high quality editions, using the original text and
artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.
Since its beginnings as a series of stories told to Kenneth Grahame's young son, The Wind in the Willows has gone on to become one of the best-loved children's books of all time. The timeless story of Toad, Rat, Mole, and Badger, brought to vivid life by Ernest H. Shepard's illustrations, has delighted readers of all ages for more than eighty years.
Prepare to be spellbound by the stunning illustration inside this
new collector's edition of Harry Potter and the Order of the
Phoenix. Troubled times have come to Hogwarts in a year filled with
secrets, subterfuge and suspicion. The deliciously dark fifth
instalment of Jim Kay's inspired reimagining of J.K. Rowling's
Harry Potter series is an epic artistic achievement, featuring over
160 illustrations in an astonishing range of visual styles. Now an
exciting new collaboration brings together two virtuoso artistic
talents, as Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay is joined by
acclaimed guest illustrator Neil Packer, winner of the 2021
BolognaRagazzi Award for non-fiction. Jim Kay depicts J.K.
Rowling's wizarding world with the dazzling artistic alchemy fans
around the globe have come to know and love, perfectly complemented
by Neil Packer's own unique and eclectic illustrations, skilfully
woven into the heart of the story. Breathtaking scenes, iconic
locations and unforgettable characters await inside - Luna
Lovegood, Professor Umbridge, Grawp the giant, and many more - as
Harry Potter and Dumbledore's Army prepare for the coming battle
against Lord Voldemort. This beautiful, deluxe edition features an
opulent page size and intricate gold foiled line art set on a
jet-black cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade
paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers. Each copy is
also accompanied by an exclusive fold-out souvenir poster to keep
and enjoy. This is the ultimate must-have edition for any Potter
fan, collector or bibliophile.
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny.
"Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in
the softly lit room -- to the picture of the three little bears
sitting on chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to themittens and
the kittens, toeverything one by one -- the little bunny says
goodnight.
In this classic of children's literature, beloved by generations
of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the
gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for
the end of the day.
Upon his return to the cornfield from which Dorothy first rescued
him, the Scarecrow decides to follow his pole deep down into the
earth and find out more about his family history. But when he
discovers the Silver Islands and unearths his royal heritage, will
he stay beneath the earth or can Dorothy persuade him to return to
the Land of Oz? Book 15 of the 15 book series by L. Frank Baum.
Journey through the magical world of Oz with Dorothy and friends
with these beloved timeless classics.
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