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A Little Princess (Puffin In Bloom Ser.)
by Frances Hodgson BurnettInitially doted on by a wealthy father, the kind and creative Sarah Crewe leads a pampered life and is regarded highly by most who meet her earning the nickname princess. Unfortunately, Sarah's fortunes quickly change when her father dies suddenly, after his latest mining venture fails. Now a penniless orphan Sarah is forced to live in the attic at the girl's school she attends and becomes the servant of the cruel headmistress, Miss Minchin. Sarah remains positive, bolstered by friends, her imagination and her own kindness, throughout her ordeals until a mysterious until a mysterious friend begins to offer her assistance and may hold the promise to a better life. Another classic tale of Burnett's, A Little Princess was inspired by a play written by her and was later adapted to film five times.
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Junior Classics Ser.)
by Frances Hodgson BurnettWhen Cedric Errol, a young, impoverished American boy, loses his father it seems that he and his mother are in a dire situation, until a lawyer representing wealthy English Lord pays a visit offering a new life. It turns out that Cedric is Lord Fauntleroy, heir to a vast estate in England. The Earl of Dorincourt, Cedric's grandfather, intends to mold to precocious and kind Cedric in to a proper English aristocrat but the dour old Englishman soon finds himself learning about compassion from his ward. Having to deal with a pretender to his title and the Earl's disdain for his American mother, Cedric must also adapt to his new life and learn to become Lord Fauntleroy. Hugely popular in it's day, Little Lord Fauntleroy sparked a fashion trend for the suits worn by Cedric and has been called the "Harry Potter of its time".
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
by Lewis CarrollAlice is a young, curious girl who is stumbles in to fantastical Wonderland after following the White Rabbit down a rabbit hole. Once in Wonderland, Alice finds encounters an array of memorable characters such as the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, the Caterpillar and the Queen of Hearts as she tries to navigate through a strange land where absurdity and nonsense reign supreme. A delightful tale that has entertained adults and children for over 150 years it is also the basis for numerous plays and films.
Through the Looking-Glass: Webster's Spanish Thesaurus Edition (The Macmillan Alice Series)
by Lewis CarrollIn the sequel to Alice in Wonderland, young Alice is once again transported to strange world after she steps through a mirror to see what's on the other side. There she finds that things are quite different with tiny, living chess pieces, talking flowers and time that runs backwards. Encountering some characters from her previous adventure she also meets new ones, like Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Jabberwock and the Red Queen. A wonderful entertaining exercise in literary nonsense, Through the Looking Glass is just as memorable and enjoyable as its predecessor.
The Red Fairy
by Andrew LangEditor Andrew Lang collected fairy tales from all over the world in his twelve Fairy Books. The second in this popular series is The Red Fairy Book, which contains thirty-seven fairy tales, some of which appeared for the first time in English in the collection. Lang's collections are notable for their graphic and often violent story elements, as well as for the beautiful original plates that are included as illustrations. Some of the stories in The Red Fairy Book include tales that became household favourites, such as "Jack and the Beanstock", "Rapunzel", and "The Twelve Dancing Princesses".
The Lilac Fairy
by Andrew LangThe last of Andrew Lang's twelve famous Fairy Books, The Lilac Fairy Book features thirty-three stories from all over the world, including Portuguese, Scottish, Norwegian, and Swahili fairy tales, amongst many others. Lang's collections are notable for their graphic and often violent story elements, as well as for the beautiful original plates that are included as illustrations. His Fairy Books have been cited as literary influences by many writers, including Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkein.
The Tales of Mother Goose: Bilingual Edition: English-french (Unabridged Start Classics Ser.)
by Charles PerraultBeloved fairy tale author Charles Perrault published the first known version of The Tales of Mother Goose in 1697, under the French title Histoires ou contes du temps passés, avec des moralités. The collection includes "The Sleeping Beauty", "Little Red Riding Hood", and "Cinderella", as well as many others that would go on to become adored favourites, several of which are thought to be inventions of Perrault himself. The stories each end with a rhyming moral and have gone on to spawn countless film, television, novel, musical and stage adaptations to the delight of modern audiences.
Black Beauty
by Anna SewellBlack Beauty is one of the best-selling novels ever published and takes its title from the horse who narrates the story. Black Beauty begins his young life in the English countryside and eventually becomes a cab horse in London. After many moves and changes, he retires back in his beloved green pastures, where he reflects on the treatment he received, both good and bad, by his owners and handlers. The only book by English author Anna Sewell, Black Beauty was meant to call for humane and ethical treatment of animals, particularly horses, with which Sewell shared a special bond throughout her life. First published in 1877, Black Beauty has been adapted multiple times for film and television.
Selected Novels of Frances Hodgson Burnett: The Secret Garden, A Little Princess, and Little Lord Fauntleroy
by Frances Hodgson BurnettThis special ebok bundle includes three of Frances Hodgson Burnett's timeless tales: Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess, and The Secret Garden.
Hugs in the City
by Milly BrouardThis is Jilly. Today, she hugged most of the cats in town! JP Brouard (illustrator), Kalynne Vorster (designer).
What is it?
by Kate SidleyWhat is it? It isn’t like me. Do you think it’s dangerous? Robyn Penn (illustrator), Ann Roberts (designer).
Springloaded
by Sam WilsonNeo’s father is an inventor. When he invents a helicopter hat and flies away, Neo decides to make an invention of her own. Thea Nicole de Klerk (illustrator), Chenél Ferreira (designer).
When I Grow Up
by Michele FryI don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. Can you help me choose? Simóne van der Spuy (illustrator), Jennifer Jacobs (designer).
Who is our Friend?
by Jade MathiesonRhino, Crocodile, Giraffe and Zebra all have an unlikely friend. Can you guess who he is? Gerhard Van Wyk (illustrator), Lara de Groot (designer).
Hippo Wants to Dance
by Sam BeckbessingerHippo wants to dance. Won’t anyone dance with her? Megan Andrews (illustrator), Marisa Steyn (designer).
Little Sock and the Tiny Creatures
by Jon KeevyIt’s wash day for the Socks, but where has Little Sock gone? Lili Probart (illustrator), Chani Coetzee (designer).
Lara the Yellow Ladybird
by Martha EvansA yellow bug in a world of red, Lara the Ladybird just wants to fit in. Catherine Holtzhausen (illustrator), Nadene Kriel (designer).
The Best Thing Ever
by Melissa FaganMuzi loves to build with his toys. But when he leaves them behind to travel to uGogo’s house, he discovers something very special about the world. And he learns something new about himself. Lauren Nel (illustrator), Stefania Origgi (designer).
It Wasn’t Me!
by Lesley BeakeMom is going out for five minutes. What could go wrong? Gwendolene van der Merwe (illustrator), Alexandria Mackinnon (designer).
Katiiti’s Song
by Philippa Namutebi Kabali-KagwaEvery day, Katiiti’s mother calls her with a beautiful song. One day, a crafty gorilla tries to sing as sweetly as her mother. Mary Marble (illustrator), Kirsten Walker (designer).
The Lion Who Wouldn't Try
by Liza EsterhuyseAll the animals in the jungle are playing, except Lion. Why won’t Lion join in? André Kieswetter (illustrator), Nick Mulgrew (designer), Liz Sparg (editor).
Lieta tsa Molefi
by Jacqui L’AngeShongololo has lost his shoes, and the other animals are NOT being very helpful. Will he ever find them? Megan Lotter (illustrator), Marteli Kleyn (designer).
Goldfish Genius
by Sam WilsonNeo’s new goldfish is a genius. But when Neo goes outside to play, the goldfish tries to follow her and ends up going on an incredible adventure. Thea Nicole de Klerk (illustrator), Chenél Ferreira (designer), Ester Levinrad (editor).
My Dream in the Drawer
by Fred StrydomI once had a dream, so small and light, I kept it in a box. I kept it hidden, safe and sound, in my drawer of socks. Megan Lötter (illustrator), Marteli Kleyn (designer), Ester Levinrad (editor).
The Sea
by Nicola RijsdijkOn a very hot day, a child goes to the sea, where she discovers a game she can play with the waves. Julie Smith-Belton and Lauren Nel (illustrator, designer), Ester Levinrad (editor).