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The legendary adventure of a medieval outlaw is now available in an
unabridged paperback edition for today’s young readers. He stole
from the rich and gave to the poor, and in so doing became a
lasting symbol of virtue. The thrilling adventures of Robin Hood
and his band of Merry Men will keep young readers turning the
pages. Who can resist the arrows flying, danger lurking, and
medieval intrigue? This unabridged edition of Howard Pyle’s
celebrated text, based on an English folktale, is perfect for young
readers’ libraries.
When the young Arthur pulls the embedded sword from the stone, his
future as the King of England is foretold. This imaginative
retelling of the classic legends recounts the story of Arthur's
formation of the Knights of the Round Table, his securing of the
enchanted sword Excalibur, his wooing of the Lady Guinevere and
many other beloved Arthurian tales.
This novel tells the classic tale of the mischievous Master of
Sherwood Forest, who lives the outlaw life with Little John, Friar
Tuck, Will Scarlet and his band of Merry Men, bedevilling the
implacable Sheriff of Nottingham during the reign of Richard the
Lionhearted. This edition features over 40 full-colour
illustrations by author Howard Pyle, bringing this timeless text to
life.
The legend of Arthur, King of England, and his Knights of the Round
Table of Camelot, including Sir Lancelot, Sir Galahad, Sir Gawain,
Merlin and Guinevere. The legend herein tells of the sword in the
stone, the Lady of the Lake, the forming of the Round Table and of
course, the search for the greatest treasure of all: the Holy
Grail. Classics Illustrated tells these wonderful tales in
colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for
younger readers. This edition also includes theme discussions and
study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at
home to further engage the reader in the story.
Camelot awaits! From the sword in the stone and the founding of
Camelot to the famed Knights of the Round Table and the Lake of
Enchantment, the legend of King Arthur endures. All the classic
stories--including King Arthur's marriage to Guinevere and Merlin's
tragic downfall at the hands of his enemy, Vivien--are included in
this vibrant retelling.
Don your Lincoln green and prepare for merriment! What could be
merrier than joining Robin Hood's band of Merry Men for adventures
in the English countryside? Pirates of the trees rather than the
seas, Little John, Friar Tuck, Will Scarlet, and many others ensure
that Robin's clever schemes relieve the rich of their excess
treasures and redistribute the wealth to those most in need. Howard
Pyle was an accomplished author and illustrator; his original
images, published with the stories in 1883, appear throughout the
book. You will leave no leaf unturned in this latest addition to
the Word Cloud Classics series.
One of the most well-known and beloved collections of stories ever
written, the Merry Adventures of Robin Hood retains a powerful spot
in the general conscience.
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Men of Iron (Paperback)
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Master storyteller Howard Pyle at his best, incorporating fascinating historical information about life in a medieval castle, knighthood, and chivalry into the fast-moving and entertaining story of young Myles Falworth's fight to restore his family's rights and good name. This classic story remains a great favorite not only among young readers but also among educators because of the author's effortless way of teaching great virtues such as courage, loyalty, steadfastness, and generosity. Unabridged republication of the edition originally published by Harper & Brothers, New York, 1892.
Enchanting children's version of Arthurian legend. 41 illus.
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The Wonder Clock, Or, Four & Twenty Marvelous Tales - Being One for Each Hour Of: The Day, ( Fairy Tales, Illustrated Children's Books) by Howard Pyle(march 5, 1853 - November 9, 1911), and Katherine Pyle (November 23, 1863 - February 19, 1938) Was an American Artist, Poet, and Children's Writer. (Paperback)
Howard Pyle, Katharine Pyle
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Robin Hood (Hardcover)
Howard Pyle; Cover design or artwork by Victor Prezio; Illustrated by Victor Prezio, Howard Pyle
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The classic legend of Robin Hood, set in England over 800 years
ago. Join Robin and his merry men, the great outlaws who steal from
the rich and give to the poor, all the while hunted by the evil
Sheriff of Nottingham and his men. Classics Illustrated tells this
wonderful tale in colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent
introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes theme
discussions and a timeline, offering the reader the ability to
further explore this classic legend. The Classics Illustrated comic
book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas's
The Three Musketeers, and has since included over 200 classic tales
released around the world. This new Vintage Replica hardback
edition is part of a continuing effort to make Classics Illustrated
available to all, be they young readers just beginning their
journeys into the great world of classic literature, or collectors
who have fond memories of this much loved comic book series.
Robin Hood is a lovable outlaw, who along with his band of Merry
Men, become famous for their frequent escapades with friends and
foes alike. He is constantly at odds with authority, specifically
the Sheriff of Nottingham, who's committed to making him pay for
his crimes. After a clash with locals, Robin Hood becomes a wanted
man evading the efforts the nefarious Sheriff of Nottingham.
Despite many attempts, the infamous bandit manages to avoid capture
and enlist multiple Merry Men, including Little John, Friar Tuck
and Allan a Dale. Throughout his travels, Robin uses his superior
archery skills to protect himself and others from potential
threats. With his charm and wit, he navigates a series of
challenges leading to the ultimate absolution. Pyle's retelling
enforces the narrative of an English outlaw who becomes a beloved
hero. He refrains from early characterization that portrayed Robin
Hood as a self-serving thief with few redeeming qualities. By
having a moral compass, the author made him palatable to a broader
audience, particularly children. The book was an overwhelming
success and inspired multiple adaptions including television and
feature films. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of The Merry Adventures of Robin
Hood is both modern and readable.
In these wonderfully illustrated tales, renowned storyteller
Howard Pyle carries us back to the enchanting world of King Arthur
and his Round Table. The book chronicles the adventures of Arthur
as he draws the sword Excalibur from the anvil, proving his right
to the throne, and as he courts and wins the heart of Guinevere.
Later he suffers the treachery of the wicked Morgana le Fay and
witnesses the tragic fate of the Enchanter Merlin. In Pyle's
classic retelling, the legends come alive in unsurpassed vividness.
More powerful than any of Merlin's spells, The Story of King Arthur
and His Knights has enthralled and delighted generations of readers
fascinated by chivalry, magic, and the unforgettable drama of
medieval times.
Robin Hood is a lovable outlaw, who along with his band of Merry
Men, become famous for their frequent escapades with friends and
foes alike. He is constantly at odds with authority, specifically
the Sheriff of Nottingham, who's committed to making him pay for
his crimes. After a clash with locals, Robin Hood becomes a wanted
man evading the efforts the nefarious Sheriff of Nottingham.
Despite many attempts, the infamous bandit manages to avoid capture
and enlist multiple Merry Men, including Little John, Friar Tuck
and Allan a Dale. Throughout his travels, Robin uses his superior
archery skills to protect himself and others from potential
threats. With his charm and wit, he navigates a series of
challenges leading to the ultimate absolution. Pyle's retelling
enforces the narrative of an English outlaw who becomes a beloved
hero. He refrains from early characterization that portrayed Robin
Hood as a self-serving thief with few redeeming qualities. By
having a moral compass, the author made him palatable to a broader
audience, particularly children. The book was an overwhelming
success and inspired multiple adaptions including television and
feature films. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of The Merry Adventures of Robin
Hood is both modern and readable.
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The Ruby of Kishmoor (Paperback)
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The Ruby of Kishmoor (1908) is a deceptively simple story by
renowned author and illustrator Howard Pyle. From the very
beginning, it concerns itself with the mystery behind appearances,
with all that lies hidden beneath the veil of a first glance. "You
may never know what romantic aspirations may lie hidden beneath the
most sedate and sober demeanor." This is how the reader is
introduced to Jonathan Rugg, a young Quaker from Philadelphia who
unwittingly stumbles onto the adventure of a lifetime. In Kingston,
Jamaica to work as a merchant, Rugg is an average, unassuming man.
When Jonathan meets a woman veiled in silver fabric-and shrouded in
mystery-she gives him a ball of ivory that carries with it a
dreadful curse. Meanwhile, the fabled Ruby of Kishmoor has
disappeared. The pirate Captain Robertson Keitt, a former merchant
whose escapades in Africa and the Middle East have passed into
legend, has been murdered by his crew, who suspected their captain
of conspiring against them to steal the ruby. As Rugg is plunged
into peril, a mystery unravels unlike any other. Howard Pyle's The
Ruby of Kishmoor is the tale of a man whose "serious" appearance
conceals an abundant "appetite for romantic adventure." For the
reader looking to satisfy a craving for adventure, this is a work
which rivals the better-known classic of swashbuckling terror,
Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island (1882). Curiously enough,
Pyle's student N.C. Wyeth would go on to illustrate a classic
edition of Stevenson's work in 1911, and was certainly influenced
by his teacher's well-documented skill for painting pirates and
scenes on the high seas. The Ruby of Kishmoor, written and
illustrated entirely by Pyle, is a book for children and adults
alike. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset
manuscript, this new edition of Howard Pyle's The Ruby of Kishmoor
is a thrilling work of adventure reimagined for modern readers.
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Twilight Land (Hardcover)
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"From American history books to Pirates of the Caribbean, the work
of Howard Pyle continues to captivate us..."-Big Think "His totally
American sense of past and present changed the world of children's
literature; created a uniquely American philosophy of juvenile
literature,"-Jill P. May Twilight Land (1894), Howard Pyle's
magical collection of original fairy tales is an utterly unique
treasury of myths that offer timeless perspectives of loyalty,
good-will, and wisdom. The reader will find themselves in the
dreamlike world of Twilight Land, where they will meet sixteen of
the world's best known raconteurs as they spin the magic of their
stories. Entering The Inn of the Sign of Mother Goose, in the path
through Twilight Land, it is Mother Goose herself who opens the
door to an extraordinary group of storytellers; The company
includes Ali Baba, Cinderella, St. George, Aladdin, Doctor Faustus,
Sindbad the Sailor, among other colorful characters. The sixteen
dazzling stories that they tell are collected from around the globe
and include tales of nefarious kings, magical curses, the story of
St. Nicolas and Ill-Luck, dazzling palaces made of jewels,
terrifying demons, beautiful sorceresses, the fool of all fools,
and young kings and ancient castles. The stories include "The
Talisman of Solomon", "Ill-Luck and the Fiddler", "Empty Bottles",
"Good Gifts and a Fool's Folly", "The Good of a Few Words",
"Woman's Wit", "A Piece of Good Luck", "The Fruit of Happiness",
"Not a Pin to Choose", "Much Shall Have More and Little Shall Have
Less", "Wisdom's Wages and Folly's Pay", "The Enchanted Island",
"All Things are as Fate Wills", "Where to Lay the Blame", and "The
Salt of Life". With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of Otto of the Silver Handis both
modern and readable.
Three of King Arthur's most beloved knights, Sir Launcelot, Sir
Tristram and Sir Percival, headline their own fantastical tales of
love, honor and inescapable duty. The Story of the Champions of the
Round Table offers an intimate look at the many obstacles and
triumphs of the famous warriors. Sir Launcelot, the first knight of
the round table, is a prominent fixture who appears alongside King
Arthur on various quests. He becomes a legend in his own right due
to his incomparable fighting skills and charm. A conflicted Sir
Tristram falls in love with a beautiful young woman called Isoult,
who is already betrothed to a king. Meanwhile, Sir Percival
journeys to the Castle of Beaurepaire and is faced with new and
unexpected challenges. Each story showcases the characters by
testing their strength and morals in the face of opposition. This
novel is an enjoyable addition to the Arthurian canon, which
continues to thrive in Europe and abroad. With an eye-catching new
cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The
Story of the Champions of the Round Table is both modern and
readable.
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Twilight Land (Paperback)
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"From American history books to Pirates of the Caribbean, the work
of Howard Pyle continues to captivate us..."-Big Think "His totally
American sense of past and present changed the world of children's
literature; created a uniquely American philosophy of juvenile
literature,"-Jill P. May Twilight Land (1894), Howard Pyle's
magical collection of original fairy tales is an utterly unique
treasury of myths that offer timeless perspectives of loyalty,
good-will, and wisdom. The reader will find themselves in the
dreamlike world of Twilight Land, where they will meet sixteen of
the world's best known raconteurs as they spin the magic of their
stories. Entering The Inn of the Sign of Mother Goose, in the path
through Twilight Land, it is Mother Goose herself who opens the
door to an extraordinary group of storytellers; The company
includes Ali Baba, Cinderella, St. George, Aladdin, Doctor Faustus,
Sindbad the Sailor, among other colorful characters. The sixteen
dazzling stories that they tell are collected from around the globe
and include tales of nefarious kings, magical curses, the story of
St. Nicolas and Ill-Luck, dazzling palaces made of jewels,
terrifying demons, beautiful sorceresses, the fool of all fools,
and young kings and ancient castles. The stories include "The
Talisman of Solomon", "Ill-Luck and the Fiddler", "Empty Bottles",
"Good Gifts and a Fool's Folly", "The Good of a Few Words",
"Woman's Wit", "A Piece of Good Luck", "The Fruit of Happiness",
"Not a Pin to Choose", "Much Shall Have More and Little Shall Have
Less", "Wisdom's Wages and Folly's Pay", "The Enchanted Island",
"All Things are as Fate Wills", "Where to Lay the Blame", and "The
Salt of Life". With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of Otto of the Silver Handis both
modern and readable.
Three of King Arthur's most beloved knights, Sir Launcelot, Sir
Tristram and Sir Percival, headline their own fantastical tales of
love, honor and inescapable duty. The Story of the Champions of the
Round Table offers an intimate look at the many obstacles and
triumphs of the famous warriors. Sir Launcelot, the first knight of
the round table, is a prominent fixture who appears alongside King
Arthur on various quests. He becomes a legend in his own right due
to his incomparable fighting skills and charm. A conflicted Sir
Tristram falls in love with a beautiful young woman called Isoult,
who is already betrothed to a king. Meanwhile, Sir Percival
journeys to the Castle of Beaurepaire and is faced with new and
unexpected challenges. Each story showcases the characters by
testing their strength and morals in the face of opposition. This
novel is an enjoyable addition to the Arthurian canon, which
continues to thrive in Europe and abroad. With an eye-catching new
cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The
Story of the Champions of the Round Table is both modern and
readable.
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Men of Iron (Paperback)
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A quest for knighthood motivates Myles Falworth through rigorous
training and dangerous jousting tournaments to confront a lifelong
enemy and claim his true love. Myles Falworth determines that the
only way he can restore his family's honor, undo the false charge
of treason placed against his blind father by the arrogant Earl of
Alban, is to become a knight of noble standing and challenge the
Earl to single combat. Men of Iron is a historical novel of the
15th century, a coming of age story, and a swashbuckling tale of
revenge and redemption. The hero's hard training and challenges on
the road to becoming a knight build toward his confrontation with
the cruel Earl. This final showdown proves to be a sustained climax
of suspense and violent action that will charge even the most jaded
modern reader with excitement. The author's deep research can be
seen in the book's authentic details and vivid period color and
enhance the narrative without slowing the pace. First published in
1891, the novel was made into a 1954 film, The Black Shield of
Falworth starring Tony Curtis as Myles Falworth. With an
eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this
edition of Men of Iron is both modern and readable.
The year 1400 opened with more than usual peacefulness in England.
Only a few months before, Richard ii-weak, wicked, and
treacherous-had been dethroned, and Henry iv declared King in his
stead. But it was only a seeming peacefulness, lasting but for a
little while; for though King Henry proved himself a just and a
merciful man-as justice and mercy went with the men of iron of
those days-and though he did not care to shed blood needlessly,
there were many noble families who had been benefited by King
Richard during his reign, and who had lost somewhat of their power
and prestige from the coming in of the new King. (excerpt from "Men
of Iron")
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