This popular storybook collection now has a new cover, gilded pages, and over 250 illustrations-including full-page artwork from the Disney archives. Newly edited stories feature characters from Cars, Lilo & Stitch, Chicken Little, and more.
A hair-raising collection of adventure stories that's so big and enthralling if you open it you may never be seen again: enter at your own risk. Everyone loves adventure, and Otto Penzler has collected the best adventure stories of all time into one mammoth volume. With stories by Jack London, O. Henry, H. Rider Haggard, Alastair MacLean, Talbot Mundy, Cornell Woolrich, and many others, this wide-reaching and fascinating volume contains some of the best characters from the most thrilling adventure tales, including The Cisco Kid; Sheena, Queen of the Jungle; Bulldog Drummond; Tarzan; The Scarlet Pimpernel; Conan the Barbarian; Hopalong Cassidy; King Kong; Zorro; and The Spider. Divided into sections that embody the greatest themes of the genre—Sword & Sorcery, Megalomania Rules, Man vs. Nature, Island Paradise, Sand and Sun, Something Feels Funny, Go West Young Man, Future Shock, I Spy, Yellow Peril, In Darkest Africa—it is destined to be the greatest collection of adventure stories ever compiled. Featuring: Lawless open seas Ferocious army ants Deadeyed gunmen Exotic desert islands Feverish jungle adventures Including: The story that introduced The Cisco Kid The complete novel of Tarzan the Terrible
Set off on an outdoor adventure with this collection of 25 classic tales by the world's best-loved storyteller. The perfect holiday read for children aged 5 and up! From stolen dogs and disappearing necklaces to journeys to faraway lands, these fun-filled stories are packed full of mystery and adventure. Ideal for newly confident readers, these entertaining tales are the ideal length for reading aloud at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers. Read all of Enid Blyton's bestselling short story collections: Animal Stories Springtime Stories Summertime Stories Summer Holiday Stories Stories of Magic and Mischief Stories of Wizards and Witches Christmas Tales Christmas Treats Winter Stories *** Enid Blyton ® and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.
Enid Blyton's much-loved classic series, packed full of adventure and mystery. Philip, Dinah, Lucy-Ann and Jack are going for a night flight on Bill's plane and soon find themselves flying into a truly amazing adventure. What has happened to Bill? Who are the two strange pilots, and what is the secret treasure hidden somewhere in the lonely valley the children have landed in? First published in 1947, this edition contains the original text and is unillustrated.
This collection features Nickelodeon stories that can each be read aloud in five minutes. Nickelodeon fans ages 3 to 7 will love this collection of tales featuring the characters from PAW Patrol, Blaze and the Monster Machines, Shimmer and Shine, Nella the Princess Knight, and Sunny Day. Each story can be read in five minutes or less, so it’s perfect for bedtime–or anytime! This Nickelodeon read-along contains audio narration.
The 'The Adventures of Peter Pan Complete 7 Book Collection with Original Illustrations' encapsulates the fleeting nature of childhood, the duality of innocence and adventure, and the timeless struggle between the duties of adulthood and the freedoms of youth. This anthology spans a remarkable variety of styles, from whimsical narratives to poignant reflections, all enriched with enchanting illustrations that bring the text to life. This collection is significant not just for its literary merit, but for the way it captures the zeitgeist of a bygone era, offering a window into the authors' collective consciousness, with each story contributing to the overarching themes of escape and the longing for eternal youth. The contributing authors, Oliver Herford, Daniel O'Connor, and J.M. Barrie, come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspectives to the collection. Their works collectively embody the literary movements of their time, leaning towards Romanticism with a touch of Victorian sensibility, capturing the imagination and complexities of the childs psyche. Through their contributions, the collection navigates the terrains of fantasy, reality, and the spaces where they converge, presenting a comprehensive exploration of childhood and its echoes in adulthood. This collection is recommended for those who seek to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of early 20th century literature, offering a unique opportunity to explore themes of adventure, innocence, and the passage of time through a multi-faceted lens. Readers are invited to explore the depth and breadth of the anthology, engaging with the diverse narratives and the dialogue they foster between different literary styles and thematic explorations. This anthology is not just a journey through the adventures of Peter Pan but an educational voyage into the heart of childhoods universal appeal and its implications for our understanding of the human experience.