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Short stories for children from Beatrix Potter, Andrew Lang and E. Nesbit.

E. Nesbit's entertaining and accessible retelling of Shakespeare's notable tragedies in short story form. An invaluable overview of Shakespeare's plays.

Philip and Lucy are suddenly transported into a magic city built out of toys. Winged horses, talking animals, magical islands, and ancient buildings are all threatened with disaster if the children cannot save them through valiant deeds - always contesting with the evil Pretenderette!

Three siblings adapt to life near a railway after being uprooted from their city home. Full of warmth, innocence, and nostalgic charm, this tale captures friendship and kindness.

The treasure-seeking siblings return in this delightful continuation, filled with comedic mishaps, clever ideas, and unexpected consequences—all in good fun and often with a kind heart.

Five children discover a grumpy sand-fairy who grants wishes with unexpected results. Each day brings a new lesson and unexpected consequences. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

The Story of the Treasure Seekers is a delightful classic following the mischievous Bastable children as they embark on various schemes to restore their family's lost fortune. With humor, heart, and plenty of adventure, this charming tale is full of surprises, clever twists, and youthful determination. Who will find the treasure first? A timeless story of imagination and sibling bonds.

Edith Nesbit, the author of Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare, felt passionately that young children should enjoy Shakespeare's great works. She set about to retell his plays in a language that children would not only understand, but delight in. This is a marvelous introduction to the works of Shakespeare that ALL will enjoy.

In this volume we examine Gothic short stories from the woman’s point of view. More usually in this genre the main examples are almost always given as male. Well, in this volume we prove that view needs severely testing. Here we explore works by classic women authors who, with the sheer breadth of their talents and narratives, can make mere men seem tame by comparison.

In this sequel to "Five Children and It", the children find a magic carpet and a Phoenix, an honerable bird, who takes them on journeys through time and space—which never turn out quite as planned. Also included are two short stories, "The Ring and the Lamp" and "The Tuppenny Spell".

The Railway Children by E. Nesbit tells the story of three siblings—Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis—who move to a rural cottage after their father is wrongfully imprisoned. Adjusting to their new life, the children discover a nearby railway and become fascinated with the trains and their workers. They befriend a kind railway porter, help an injured man, and become involved in various adventures, all while secretly hoping for their father's return. The children’s loyalty, courage, and resourcefulness shine as they navigate their challenges, ultimately uncovering the truth about their father's...

The Ebony Frame was first published in Longman's Magazine (1891) and later in Grim Tales (1893), a collection of E. Nesbit’s romantic horror stories. A young man, who has come into possession of his deceased aunt’s house, discovers a strange portrait of a beautiful woman.

Settle down for quiet time to a collection of magical princess tales that will transport your little one on amazing adventures within magical kingdoms. These tales will captivate your child and allow them to believe they are royal princesses and princes in their own magical kingdoms, as they drift off to sleep.

Get ready for bed with a selection of magical short stories from the animal world, accompanied by some gentle lullabies to allow your little ones drift off to a deep slumber.

Step into a world of enchantment and adventure with "The Book of Dragons," a collection of fantastical tales by E. Nesbit, brought to life by the captivating narration of Tiffany Magnuson. This delightful audiobook features eight magical stories filled with brave heroes, cunning villains, and, of course, magnificent dragons. E. Nesbit, a master storyteller, weaves tales of courage, wit, and wonder, where each dragon has its own unique personality and challenges for the characters to overcome.

A collection of some of your favourite quick short stories for young listeners. Brought to life to allow you to settle your kids down whether it is for bedtime, long journeys or just to keep them occupied whilst you go about your daily chores.

"The Mass for the Dead" was first published in 1893 in E. Nesbit’s "Grim Tales", a collection of romantic horror stories. Jasper’s true love is to marry another man for the sake of familial wealth. On the eve of the wedding, the two lovers are each haunted by supernatural music, reminiscent of a funeral mass.

Selim and Thomasina are very put out that they must stay in London during the summer holidays, instead of going to the seaside, just because their aunt and uncle are coming to stay. (They’re not even the nice kind of aunt and uncle!) The hot summer becomes more bearable when an India-rubber ball takes them to Whereyouwantogoto, a magical seaside place where there are no grown-ups around to tell children what to do.