Delve deeper into the world of Oz in this collectionof books four through six in L. Frank Baum’s classic American fairytale series. The fourth, fifth, and sixth titles of the iconic Oz series,now in one collection!
For over a hundred years, Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll'sclassic story of logic and lunacy has delighted young and oldalike. More abundantly illustrated than previous editions, thisaward-winning interpretation is full of warmth and humour. Thewhole approach is contemporary and accessible: Alice herself is achild of today A– casually dressed, personable, spirited. In HelenOxenbury's hands, the topsy-turvy world of Wonderland is a wondrousplace indeed! About the Author: Lewis Carroll was born on 27 January 1832. He was educated atChrist Church, Oxford and went on to become a mathematics lecturerthere from 1855 to 1881. Lewis Carroll's most famous works areAlice's Adventures in Wonderland (published in 1865) and the sequelAlice Through the Looking-Glass, which contained the nonsense poemclassic The Jabberwocky (published in 1872). He died of bronchitison 14 July 1898.
When We Were Very Young and Now We Are Six complete the four-volume set of deluxe editions of the Milne and Shepard classic works. Like their companions, the Winnie-the-Pooh 80th Anniversary Edition and The House At Pooh Corner , these beautiful books feature full-color artwork on cream-colored stock. The imaginative charm that has made Pooh the world’s most famous bear pervades the pages of Milne’s poetry, and Ernest H. Shepard’s witty and loving illustrations enhance these truly delightful gift editions.
Children's favourite, the much-loved naughty puppet Pinocchio, comes to life again in this fun-packed retelling. Crafted by the toy maker Geppetto, Pinocchio learns that to be a real little boy you must be honest, generous and brave. With magical sounds to accompany the story, readers join Pinocchio (and the Blue Fairy who watches over him) as he goes to a puppet show, a circus and even finds himself swallowed by a whale!
As he climbs into the sidecar of Hagrid's motorbike and takes to the skies, leaving Privet Drive for the last time, Harry Potter knows that Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters are not far behind. The protective charm that has kept Harry safe until now is now broken, but he cannot keep hiding. The Dark Lord is breathing fear into everything Harry loves, and to stop him Harry will have to find and destroy the remaining Horcruxes. The final battle must begin - Harry must stand and face his enemy. These new editions of the classic and internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series feature instantly pick-up-able new jackets by Jonny Duddle, with huge child appeal, to bring Harry Potter to the next generation of readers. It's time to PASS THE MAGIC ON ...
Set off with Phileas Fogg and his manservant on a race to circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days! Travelling by steamboat, train, and even elephant, the intrepid duo find themselves rescuing a young Indian woman from sacrifice, escaping kidnap, and battling hurricane winds - and all the while, tenacious Detective Fix of Scotland Yard is in hot pursuit, believing Fogg to be the criminal mastermind behind a Bank of England robbery. Rich in humour and excitement, Around the World in Eighty Days deservedly remains one of Jules Verne's most popular books.
All three parts of the epic masterpiece 'The Lord of the Rings' in one paperback. Features brand new packaging, the definitive edition of the text, fold-out flaps with the original two-colour maps, and a revised and expanded index. Sauron, the Dark Lord, has gathered to him all the Rings of Power -- the means by which he intends to rule Middle-earth. All he lacks in his plans for dominion is the One Ring -- the ring that rules them all -- which has fallen into the hands of the hobbit, Bilbo Baggins. In a sleepy village in the Shire, young Frodo Baggins finds himself faced with an immense task, as the Ring is entrusted to his care. He must leave his home and make a perilous journey across the realms of Middle-earth to the Crack of Doom, deep inside the territories of the Dark Lord. There he must destroy the Ring forever and foil the Dark Lord in his evil purpose. Since it was first published in 1954, 'The Lord of the Rings' has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworld
Discover the marvelous land of Oz in this collection of thefirst three books in L. Frank Baum’s classic American fairy taleseries. The first three books of the iconic Oz series, now in onecollection! In The Wonderful Wizard of Oz , Dorothy and her dog, Toto,find themselves in a strange land called Oz after their Kansashouse is swept away by a cyclone. Here they meet the Munchkins andjoin the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion on anunforgettable journey to the Emerald City, where the all-powerfulWizard of Oz lives. Can he help Dorothy return home? In The Marvelous Land of Oz, a young boy named Tipescapes from a witch and sets out to explore land of Oz. Along theway, he meets the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman, as well as some newfriends like Jack Pumpkinhead and the Wooden Sawhorse. Eventually,Tip’s journey takes him to the Emerald City, where he realizes thathis life will be changed forever. In Ozma of Oz, Dorothy is sailing to Australia when ahuge storm washes her overboard. She
Experience Oz like never before in this collection of booksten through twelve in L. Frank Baum’s classic American fairy taleseries. The tenth, eleventh, and twelfth titles of the iconic Oz series,now in one collection! In Rinkitink in Oz , Prince Inga of Pingaree must rescuehis parents and all of the subjects from his kingdom who werekidnapped by marauders form Regos and Coregos. Prince Inga, alongwith the visiting King Rinkitink and Bilbil the goat, set off on aseries of grand adventures that will lead them to the undergroundkingdom of the Nome King. Will Inga’s bravery and courage be enoughto save his parents and all of their subjects? In The Lost Princess of Oz , Ozma, the beloved ruler ofOz, has disappeared, so Dorothy, the Wizard, the Cowardly Lion, anda band of friends must search the vast land of Oz to find her. In The Tin Woodman of Oz , Tin Woodman, Woot the Wanderer,and Captain Fyter set off on a quest to find the lovely Munchkin,Nimmie Amee. Once upon a time, she and the Wo
"Hear It Read It with Audio CD" In one of the best-loved classic tales for children, Jim Hawkins joins a voyage to recover long-lost treasure after finding a mysterious chest with a pirate's map inside. But the infamous Long John Silver and his crew are after the very same loot. When Long John Silver plans a mutiny with the ship's crew, Jim must fight to save his life and the boat. Even if Jim finds the treasure, will he make it home alive? Hear Treasure Island read by actor Jasper Britton. With the included CD you can HEAR the entire book, word for word, READ ALONG with the CD or READ the story on your own. Each HEAR IT READ IT classic presents the world's greatest stories in an easy-to-read abridged format. The included CD contains a dramatic reading-with music and sound effects-that matches the text, word for word, so children of all ages and reading levels can read along. HEAR IT READ IT classics give young readers the best possible introduction to the world's timeless tales.
Among the few indispensable, common-property books upon which Western culture can be founded ... it is hardly too much to say that these tales rank next to the Bible in importance. - W.H. Auden A wonderful collection of all 210 tales and popular legends collected by the Grimm brothers over a century ago.
When We Were Very Young and Now We Are Six complete the four-volume set of deluxe editions of the Milne and Shepard classic works. Like their companions, the Winnie-the-Pooh 80th Anniversary Edition and The House At Pooh Corner, these beautiful books feature full-color artwork on cream-colored stock. The imaginative charm that has made Pooh the world’s most famous bear pervades the pages of Milne’s poetry, and Ernest H. Shepard’s witty and loving illustrations enhance these truly delightful gift editions.
first, allow me to say that i am quite enjoying these puffinclassics editions of some of my favorite novels! that being said, the hardcover editions of the puffin classicsare even MORE wonderful. mine only recently arrived, and i havealready ordered more copies. i am sure most are familiar with the story of crusty little marylennox, living in india when the cholera suddenly seizes herparents and she is very abruptly orphaned. the tale of what ensuesonce she is sent to live with her uncle in england at his expansivemanor, and how the beauty of nature awakens the little girl shemeans to be, will forever be cherished. the only thing i could havedone without were the very sparse images printed in this edition. iwas not a huge fan of them asthetically, and feel the printingwould have been equally splendid with no images at all. thoughplease do not misunderstand, i would still highly recommend thisedition, as it is well bound, and the covers are beautiful! a bonushere with the puffin classics is
