Arthur Rackham
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1080L
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English
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Chiltern creates the most beautiful editions of the Worlds finest literature. Your favorite classic titles in a way you have never seen them before: the tactile layers, fine details and beautiful colors of these remarkable covers make these books feel extra special and look striking on any shelf. This hardcover book has a matching blank lined journal (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their...
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English
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In this light-hearted comedy, some characters are heavy-hearted due to love's trials and tribulations. An elopement, a betrayal, narrowly averted fights, powerful love potions, and mischievous fairies contribute to the chaos, and much of the action takes place in a magical forest.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
NC 880L
Language
English
Description
"Meek little Mole, willful Ratty, Badger the perennial bachelor, and petulant Toad. Since their first appearance over a hundred years ago in 1908, they've become emblematic archetypes of eccentricity, folly, and friendship. And their misadventures--in gypsy caravans, stolen sports cars, and their beloved Wild Wood--continue to capture readers' imaginations and warm their hearts long after they grow up. Begun as a series of letters from Kenneth Grahame...
6) Peter Pan
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Series
Lexile measure
GN 860L
Language
English
Description
"In 1904, Peter Pan first flew across a London stage and into the bedroom of Wendy, John, and Michael Darling. Ever since, this perpetual youth has continued to delight people around the world. Young readers soar with Peter Pan and his friends to enchanted Neverland, where they'll meet Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, and Peter's famous nemesis, Captain Hook. It's a tale as ageless as its beloved hero."--
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Lexile measure
1090L
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English
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"Many of these fables are so well known they have given us everyday phrases such as "sour grapes" and "dog in the manger." but even the rarer ones seem familiar, because their simple morals reflect all aspects of human nature. From the tortoise and the hare to the mouse and the lion, the timeless wisdom and wit of Aesop's fables are as entertaining as ever"--Cover verso.
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Lexile measure
1380L
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English
Description
"The Headless Horseman faces off with Ichabod Crane in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," a ghost story of enduring popularity that takes place at the time of the American Revolution. "Rip Van Winkle," another traditional favorite from the same historic period, tells the tale of man who fell asleep for 20 years and found his small town in the Catskill Mountains much changed by the time he awakened. Both are included - along with many other tales - in...
11) Aesop's fables
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Edition
Published in 2003 by Barnes & Noble Classics with new introduction, notes, biography, chronology, inspired by, comments & questions, and for further reading.
Physical Desc
xxxiv, 269 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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English
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Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
334 pages, 80 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
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English
Description
This collection of fairy tales includes fifty-nine of the essential bedtime stories for children worldwide, along with 101 full-colour and black and white illustrations by the award- winning Arthur Rackham.
13) Aesop's fables
Pub. Date
[1975?]
Physical Desc
xxix, 223 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm
Language
English
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
115 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This is a new version of these classic stories, adapted by the renowned storyteller Luke Hayes. It brings to life the wonderful atmosphere and sparkling freshness of the Washington Irving originals. This telling is suitable for readers aged 8 to 12, but even adults will smile at the memories it evokes."--
