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Kenneth Grahame 8 March 1859 - 6 July 1932 Was a Scottish writer
who was most famous for 'The Wind in the Willows' published in
1908, that was later adapted into a Disney film. In his early
twenties he published his first stories in the 'London
Periodicals', where some stories were chosen for publication as
'Pagan Papers' in 1893, followed by 'The Golden Age' some two years
later. In 1898 'Dream Days' was published including 'The Reluctant
Dragon', followed by 'The Wind in the Willows' ten years later. It
is believed that Kenneth Grahame was inspired by Quarry Wood and
the River Thames to write 'The Wind in the Willows' by his
biographer, Peter Green. It is also believed that the headstrong
and wayward nature of his son, gave Grahame the idea for one of his
leading characters 'Mr Toad, of Toad Hall'. Grahame sadly died in
Berkshire in 1932 and is buried in Holywell cemetery, Oxford.
From a humble childhood, the writer Hans Christian Andersen became
one of the world's best loved story tellers. Here is one of his
earlier stories 'The Tinder Box' that was first published in 1835.
Hans Christian Andersen 1805 1875 The Tinder Box... A soldier came
marching along the high road: "Left, right-left, right." He had his
knapsack on his back, and a sword at his side; he had been to the
wars, and was now returning home. As he walked on, he met a very
frightful-looking old witch in the road. Her under-lip hung quite
down on her breast, and she stopped and said, "Good evening,
soldier; you have a very fine sword, and a large knapsack, and you
are a real soldier; so you shall have as much money as ever you
like..".
This beautiful little recipe book is full of wonderful cakes that
Grandma used to make. Good old fashioned methods for all the family
to enjoy. Consisting of 24 delicious recipes, there will be
something for everyone... Enjoy
'Little Claus ans Big Claus' by Hans Christian Andersen.
(Un-illustrated) First published in 1835. IN a village there once
lived two men who had the same name. They were both called Claus.
One of them had four horses, but the other had only one; so to
distinguish them, people called the owner of the four horses,
"Great Claus," and he who had only one, "Little Claus." Now we
shall hear what happened to them, for this is a true story...
From a humble childhood, the writer Hans Christian Andersen became
one of the world's best loved story tellers. Here is one of his
earlier stories 'The Travelling Companion' that was first published
in 1835. The Travelling Companion... POOR John was very sad; for
his father was so ill, he had no hope of his recovery. John sat
alone with the sick man in the little room, and the lamp had nearly
burnt out; for it was late in the night. "You have been a good son,
John," said the sick father, "and God will help you on in the
world." He looked at him, as he spoke, with mild, earnest eyes,
drew a deep sigh, and died; yet it appeared as if he still slept.
John wept bitterly. He had no one in the wide world now; neither
father, mother, brother, nor sister. Poor John he knelt down by the
bed, kissed his dead father's hand, and wept many, many bitter
tears...
'Recipes for Pickles & Relish' will show you how to make and
preserve foods for you and your family to enjoy. The whole family
can enjoy using these wonderful recipes with natural ingredients,
in order to make pickles and relishes to compliment any meal.
Everyone will taste the difference of your homemade produce...
Enjoy
Cinderella by Henry W Hewet. (Text as it was first published in
1855) "HERE once lived a gentleman and his wife, who were the
parents of a lovely little daughter. When this child was only nine
years of age, her mother fell sick. Finding her death coming on,
she called her child to her and said to her, "My child, always be
good; bear everything that happens to you with patience, and
whatever evil and troubles you may suffer, you will be happy in the
end if you are so. " Then the poor lady died, and her daughter was
full of great grief at the loss of a mother so good and kind. "
About the Author Henry W. Hewet is somewhat of an enigma in that it
has been difficult to find any biographical material to explain who
or what he really was. However, after much searching, it seems that
Henry W Hewet may have had several vocations such as an engraver,
editor and possibly a publisher. Throughout history. Henry W. Hewet
is attributed on a number of works, which are mostly Fairy Tales
such as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood. Puss in Boots, and such
like. He has also been involved with historical works and several
Shakespeare plays. Today, Henry W. Hewet is mostly remembered as
the author of a number of Fairy Tales - usually 'Cinderella' - when
actually he was just the engraver
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