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This edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, originally
published in 1908, is fully illustrated in line and colour, by the
charming drawings of Harry Rountree. About the author: Harry
Rountree was one of the best-known illustrators in London in the
early 1900s. He was a prolific illustrator and illustrated many
works by authors such as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Enid Blyton, Edith
Nesbit and H.G. Wells. About the Author: Charles Dodgson
(1832-1898) is best known by his pseudonym Lewis Carroll. A
polymath who is arguably best known as an author, but who also
worked as a mathematician, logician, Anglican deacon and
photographer, his most famous works are Alice's Adventures in
Wonderland and the sequel Alice Through the Looking-Glass. Dodgson
was a prolific writer who contributed children's stories,
mathematical theses and political pamphlets to a variety of
magazines.
This edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was originally
published in 1922. This classic tale is decorated with
illustrations by Gwynedd M. Hudson who offers a beautiful and
charming treatment of Alice's story. Pook Press celebrates the
great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature and are
reprinting this book for adults and children to enjoy once again.
About the Author: Charles Dodgson (1832-1898) is best known by his
pseudonym Lewis Carroll. A polymath who is arguably best known as
an author, but who also worked as a mathematician, logician,
Anglican deacon and photographer, his most famous works are Alice's
Adventures in Wonderland and the sequel Alice Through the
Looking-Glass. Dodgson was a prolific writer who contributed
children's stories, mathematical theses and political pamphlets to
a variety of magazines.
Alice in Wonderland is one of the most beloved children's book of
all times. Gathered here for the first time are more than one
hundred illustrations by six of the greatest illustrators of all
time making this the most lavishly illustrated edition ever
available of this delightful book. You and your family will
treasure it for years to come. Included are the original John
Tenniel illustrations as well as Lewis Carroll's own sketches that
he did for the very first edition. We've also included the very
rare and seldom seen illustrations of John R. Neill who so famously
illustrated L. Frank Baum's Oz books and rounded the book out with
amazing work from Arthur Rackham, Gordon Robinson, and Harry
Rountree.
Hergé’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.
The world’s most famous travelling reporter heads for Russia. Accompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow’s secret police . .
The Adventures of Tintin are among the best books for readers aged 8 and up.
Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.
When Father goes away with two strangers one evening, the lives of
Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother
have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a
simple country cottage, where Mother writes books to make ends
meet. However, they soon come to love the railway that runs near
their cottage, and they make a habit of waving to the Old Gentleman
who rides on it. They befriend the porter, Perks, and through him
learn railway lore and much else. They have many adventures, and
when they save a train from disaster, they are helped by the Old
Gentleman to solve the mystery of their father's disappearance, and
the family is happily reunited.
Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.
Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.
With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.
Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.
When Robin Hood became an outlaw, he decided to resist the
authorities and aid his fellow man. Recruiting the help of Friar
Tuck, Little John and Will Scarlet, Robin Hood fights to maintain
justice until the return of King Richard the Lionheart. In the
company of Robin Hood and his Merry Men, there is never a lack of
action, adventure or for that matter - ale, as they outsmart the
villainous Sheriff of Nottingham in Sherwood Forest. Written and
illustrated by Howard Pyle, The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood
solidified the image of a heroic outlaw who stole from the rich and
gave to the poor. Having taken his material from old ballads, Pyle
wove them into a cohesive story, in a colourful, invented old
English idiom which preserves the flavour of the original ballads.
The novel is responsible for turning Robin Hood into a staunch
philanthropist, influencing writers, artists, and filmmakers ever
since.
Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults
alike as The Little Prince. A beautiful slip-cased gift edition of
this touching and wise classic children's book, with the original
translation by Katherine Woods and full-colour illustrations. A
pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most
extraordinary little fellow standing before him. “Please…’
asks the stranger, “draw me a sheep…’ And the pilot realises
that when life’s events are too difficult to understand, there is
no choice but to succumb to their mysteries. He pulls out a pencil
and paper … and thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that,
in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has
changed the world forever for its readers. This stunning new
edition of the classic children's book The Little Prince, includes
the classic English translation by Katherine Woods and original
colour illustrations which will capture the hearts of readers of
all ages. Featuring bonus non-fiction content, exploring the
history of The Little Prince, the real-life plane crash that
inspired the story, the life of the author and more! Antoine de
Saint-Exupéry (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The
Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed
exile from occupied France. A year after the book’s publication
in 1943, Saint-Exupéry disappeared over the Mediterranean while
flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron. Best
known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The
Little Prince, Saint-Exupéry wrote several other books that have
also become classics of world literature. Katherine Woods
(1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little
Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English
translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and
is often considered to be the definitive English translation. Her
poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of
Saint-Exupéry’s storytelling.
A story of friendship and how it can overcome all odds, The Two
Gentlemen of Verona is another popular romantic comedy by
Shakespeare. It is about two inseparable friends, Valentine and
Proteus, and how their friendship is affected when they fall in
love. Even though their friendship is tested, they deal with their
problems and come out better than ever on the other side.Also
available as part of a 20 book set, including Romeo and Juliet,
Hamlet, The Tragedy of Macbeth, A Midsummer Night's Dream, A
Winter's Tale, The Taming of the Shrew, The Tempest, Twelfth Night,
Timon of Athens, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Merchant of
Venice, Othello, Much Ado About Nothing, King Lear, Julius Caesar,
Cymbeline, The Comedy of Errors, As You Like It, Anthony and
Cleopatra and All's Well That Ends Well. About Sweet Cherry Easy
Classics:Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into
stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new
generation.
Jane Austen's first published novel, Sense and Sensibility is a
wonderfully entertaining tale of flirtation and folly that revolves
around two starkly different sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood.
While Elinor is thoughtful, considerate, and calm, her younger
sister is emotional and wildly romantic. Both are looking for a
husband, but neither Elinor's reason nor Marianne's passion can
lead them to perfect happiness-as Marianne falls for an
unscrupulous rascal and Elinor becomes attached to a man who's
already engaged. Startling secrets, unexpected twists, and
heartless betrayals interrupt the marriage games that follow.
Filled with satiric wit and subtle characterizations, Sense and
Sensibility teaches that true love requires a balance of reason and
emotion.
They had their tea party in that rundown, ramshackle, and
downright "creepy" house. There were Bab and Betty and most of a
dozen of their worn-down dolls, and no matter how worn-down or
"creepy" this place might seem to you and I, for these girls and
their dolls, it was the most wonderful place for a party any of
them could imagine.
Then that monstrous dog had stolen all the food, and by the time
they chased it down, it'd eaten the last crumbs! They followed the
dog back into the decrepit barn, and that was how they met its
master, a circus run-away, Ben Brown. Ben turned out to be a horse
master. . . .
Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone's favourite
detective club! This fantastic bumper collection contains Secret
Seven books 1-3, with illustrations by Tony Ross. Book 1: The
Secret Seven (first published in 1949) It's their first adventure
and the Secret Seven super-sleuths are already on the trail of a
mystery! The gang are dressed in disguise, following a lead to a
spooky old house in the snow... Book 2: Secret Seven Adventure
(first published in 1950) When a priceless pearl necklace goes
missing the Secret Seven are first off the mark to catch the thief!
Why? Because they saw him making his escape! Now all they have to
do is find the necklace ... Book 3: Well Done, Secret Seven (first
published in 1951) The Secret Seven have a new meeting place - a
treehouse! But someone else is using it too. The gang are furious,
but then they learn the intruder is in big trouble and needs their
help. Can the Seven come to the rescue ...? These timeless stories
are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective
series.
Louisa May Alcott (1832 - 1888) was an American novelist best known
as author of the Little Women series of novels. This single volume
contains six of her most popular novels, complete and unabridged:
An Old-fashioned Girl: Polly, the old-fashioned girl, becomes
friends with her wealthy Boston cousins and learns about love,
happiness and riches. Work: A Story of Experience: Christie throws
herself into the working world aged 21 and this is her story,
ending up as an intelligent and wise woman in her 40s. The book is
a wonderful tale of her trials and tribulations along the way.
Eight Cousins: Rose is orphaned girl and sent to be raised by her
Uncle Alec and the extended family of Uncles and Aunts and seven
male cousins. Alec raises her in his own unorthodox way and Rose
flourishes - going from being sad and meek to educated and
confident. Rose in Bloom (sequel to Eight Cousins): Rose Campbell
returns home after her travels to find she is expected to marry.
She is surrounded by admirers but is it the money they admire most?
Under the Lilacs: Ben has run away from the circus where he was
mistreated and Bab and Betty find him and his dog living in the
carriage house. Their mother takes him in and gives him a job.
Together the children learn lessons about life and faith. Jack and
Jill: Jill and jack have a nasty accident while sledging and suffer
a yearlong convalescence. They are close friends despite vastly
different social circumstances, and they learn patience and
kindness along the way.
This is one of the earliest plays written by William Shakespeare.
It revolves around two sets of identical twins that were separated
at birth. Years later, fate brings them to the same city, and this
unleashes the drama caused by mistaken identities.Also available as
part of a 20 book set, including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, The
Tragedy of Macbeth, A Midsummer Night's Dream, A Winter's Tale, The
Taming of the Shrew, The Tempest, Twelfth Night, Timon of Athens,
The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Merchant of Venice, Othello, Much
Ado About Nothing, King Lear, Julius Caesar, Cymbeline, The Comedy
of Errors, As You Like It, Anthony and Cleopatra and All's Well
That Ends Well. About Sweet Cherry Easy Classics:Sweet Cherry Easy
Classics adapts classic literature into stories for children,
introducing these timeless tales to a new generation.
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