When the circus comes to town, Anna gets the once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform with her pony Acorn. Will Anna join the circus, or stay with the Pony Pals?
Tilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. Will her wishes come true when she joins Silver Shoe Farm Stables? When Nimrod the clever and mischievous circus pony comes to stay at Silver Shoe Farm, Tilly soon realises they have no idea what they have let themselves in for. Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible, uplifting and heartwarming pony adventures. Printed in a dyslexia friendly font and packed with up to date tips from three times Olympic Medallist, Pippa Funnell, as well as a helpful glossary and black and white illustrations on every spread.
Over a half century, a small Indiana town hosts a circus troupe during the off-seasons in linked stories “as graceful as any acrobat’s high-wire act” (San Francisco Chronicle). A Story Prize Finalist From 1884 to 1939, the Great Porter Circus made the unlikely choice to winter in an Indiana town called Lima, a place that feels as classic as Sherwood Anderson's Winesburg, Ohio, and as wondrous as a first trip to the Big Top. In Lima, an elephant can change the course of a man's life—or the manner of his death. Jennie Dixianna entices men with her dazzling Spin of Death and keeps them in line with secrets locked in a cedar box. The lonely wife of the show’s manager has each room of her house painted like a sideshow banner, indulging her desperate passion for a young painter. And a former clown seeks consolation from his loveless marriage in his post-circus job at Clown Alley Cleaners. In this collection of linked stories spanning decades, Cathy Day follows the circus people into their everyday lives and brings the greatest show on earth to the page. “[An] exquisite story collection.” —The Washington Post “Often funny, always graceful, and rich with a mix of historical and imaginative detail.” —Tim O’Brien, author of The Things They Carried “Sublimely imaginative and affecting.” —The Boston Globe
The Puppy Named Gus suddenly came to me as I was driving through Chicago. I decided to write the story and present it to my grandchildren; Evan, Colin and Torrey and recent granddaughter Morgan Ruth McClain. The unillustrated copy as Christmas gifts. My hope is that they and other children might be inspired by Gus and Charley that they overcome fear and doubt-believe in themselves, follow their heart and dreams to find happiness. Hope you enjoy Gus & The Circus Pony & Others that will follow. Grandpa Bill
Pierre Pony has a dreamy life on a farm in the South of France until hard times come and he must be courageous. Pierre does not give up. He works very hard to accomplish his dream. This book is an inspirational children’s story that shows courage, kindness, and friendship in a beautiful setting. Colorful images and descriptions will captivate the reader.
The Magic Pony Carousel has come to town! Megan loves ponies. When she sees Sparkle, a beautiful circus pony with a pink headdress, she knows he's meant for her. Then she climbs onto Sparkle and the carousel magically carries them to a real circus, where the performers need Megan's help with their grand finale. Can Megan and Sparkle save the circus?
The Flight of Pony Baker is a novel for children which tells the story of a young boy named Pony Baker who, throughout the book, attempts to run away from his home where he lives with his mother, father, and five sisters. The setting of the story is "fifty years ago" in the Boy's Town of Ohio, the state where Howells was born and raised. Pony lives in the Boy's Town with his mother, father, and five sisters, whom his mother always wants him to play with. Pony's mother is very overprotective of Pony, which makes her a bad mother when it comes to having fun. Pony's father has done some things that have given Pony the right to run away as well. An older boy named Jim Leonard suggests that Pony go with the Indians and that the Indians would like him and then adopt him into their tribe. Extract: "If there was any fellow in the Boy's Town fifty years ago who had a good reason to run off it was Pony Baker. Pony was not his real name; it was what the boys called him, because there were so many fellows who had to be told apart, as Big Joe and Little Joe, and Big John and Little John, and Big Bill and Little Bill, that they got tired of telling boys apart that way; and after one of the boys called him Pony Baker, so that you could know him from his cousin Frank Baker, nobody ever called him anything else." William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an American realist author, literary critic, and playwright.
The Complete Works of William Dean Howells (Illustrated) offers a comprehensive collection of the works of William Dean Howells, a prominent American realist author. Known for his depiction of ordinary American life, Howells' writing style is characterized by its detailed realism and insightful social commentary. This collection includes a variety of genres such as novels, short stories, plays, and essays, showcasing Howells' versatility as a writer. Readers can expect to be immersed in vivid narratives that capture the essence of 19th-century America. William Dean Howells, a close friend of Mark Twain and a leading figure in the realist literary movement, drew inspiration for his works from his experiences as a journalist and editor. His commitment to portraying the everyday struggles and joys of common people sets him apart as a notable voice in American literature. This collection is highly recommended for readers interested in exploring the complexities of American society and culture through the lens of a skilled observer. The Complete Works of William Dean Howells provides a unique perspective on the realities of American life during the late 19th century and continues to resonate with readers today.
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