Download or read book Nonsense Said the Tortoise written by Margaret J. Baker and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Margaret J. Baker began writing children's books in 1948 and published her first book, Nonsense Said the Tortoise, in 1949. This book was also the first in a series of books about a talking, intellectual tortoise named Homer. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Download or read book Fifty One Tales written by Lord Dunsany and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifty-One Tales by Lord Dunsany: Immerse yourself in a collection of enchanting and imaginative short stories by Lord Dunsany. Each tale takes readers on a journey to mythical realms and otherworldly landscapes, showcasing the author's mastery of language and storytelling. With themes ranging from fantasy and adventure to morality and philosophy, "Fifty-One Tales" offers a delightful and thought-provoking reading experience. Key Aspects of the Book "Fifty-One Tales": Mythical Settings: Dunsany's tales are set in mythical worlds filled with magical beings, gods, and extraordinary creatures. Moral Themes: The stories often carry profound moral lessons and philosophical insights, inviting readers to ponder the nature of humanity and existence. Imaginative Prose: Dunsany's rich and poetic prose transports readers to extraordinary realms and sparks the imagination. Lord Dunsany was an influential Irish writer and dramatist known for his contributions to the fantasy genre. Born in 1878, Dunsany's works have had a lasting impact on modern fantasy literature. "Fifty-One Tales" showcases his mastery of storytelling and remains a classic collection of fantastical short stories.
Download or read book Fifty one Tales written by Lord Dunsany and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Moving Ears written by T. J. Weakhead (Archdeacon, Rector of Newtown, Kent, pseud.) and published by . This book was released on 1874 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Folklore written by Joseph Jacobs and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 652 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most vols. for 1890- contain list of members of the Folk-lore Society.
Download or read book Short Narratives written by Paul Milton Fulcher and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Selections from English Literature written by Leonidas Warren Payne and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 860 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Monkey written by Wu Ch'êng-ên and published by Grove/Atlantic, Inc.. This book was released on 2007-12-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic Chinese novel: “Imagine a combination of picaresque novel, fairy tale, fabliau, Mickey Mouse, Davy Crockett, and Pilgrim’s Progress” (The Nation). Probably the most popular book in the history of the Far East, this classic sixteenth-century novel is a combination of picaresque novel and folk epic that mixes satire, allegory, and history into a rollicking adventure. It is the story of the roguish Monkey and his encounters with major and minor spirits, gods, demigods, demons, ogres, monsters, and fairies. This translation, by the distinguished scholar Arthur Waley, is the first accurate English version; it makes available to the Western reader a faithful reproduction of the spirit and meaning of the original. “Mr. Waley has done a remarkable job with this translation.” —Helena Kuo, The New York Times “The irreverent spirit and exuberant vitality of it portraiture . . . make it an entertainment to which Mr. Waley’s witty translation has obviously contributed not a little.” —The Times (London) “Told with immense gusto, and quite apart from its deeper meaning and wise proverbial sayings it is full of entertainment.” —The Guardian
Download or read book Little Maggie and Her Brother A Sketch for Children written by Jane Margaret Hooper (formerly Winnard.) and published by . This book was released on 1861 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Trackers written by Deon Meyer and published by Grove/Atlantic, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rhino smugglers, international espionage, and a missing person investigation collide in this “powerhouse read” from the acclaimed South African author (Publishers Weekly, starred review). Lemmer’s first rule is “Don’t get involved.” A highly skilled bodyguard with a violent, criminal past, he has settled into a quiet life in Loxton, South Africa. But when a wealthy farmer asks him to help save a pair of rare black rhinos by smuggling them out of Zimbabwe, Lemmer can’t say no. Now he’s on a small airplane, zipping across the border with a military-grade shotgun at his feet—sensing that he’s about to regret breaking his own rule. Weaving together Lemmer’s story with a missing person investigation and the machinations of a top intelligence agency, Trackers is “a sprawling, invigorating and socially committed crime novel” (The Independent). “Deon Meyer is one of the unsung masters.” —Michael Connelly, New York Times–bestselling author of the Harry Bosch novels “Meyer’s ambition matches his execution in this brilliantly complex stand-alone thriller set in his native South Africa.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “[Meyer is] the king of South African crime fiction.” —Booklist, starred review
Download or read book Fifty one Tales written by Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett Baron Dunsany and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Children s Fiction 1900 1950 written by John Cooper and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1998, this volume explores how the genre of school stories had become firmly established by the turn of the twentieth century, having been built on the foundations laid by writers such as Thomas Hughes and F.W. Farrar. Stories for girls were also taking on a more exciting complexion, inspired by the ‘Katy’ books of Susan Coolidge. The first five decades of the twentieth century saw further developments in children’s fiction. In this comprehensive volume, John and Jonathan Cooper examine each decade in turn, with alphabetically arranged entries on popular children’s writers that published works in English during that period. 206 different authors are covered, many from the United States and Canada. Each entry provides information on the author’s pseudonyms, date of birth, nationality, titles of works, place and date of publication and the publisher’s name. The artist responsible for a book’s illustrations is also identified where possible. With over 200 illustrations of cover designs and dustwrappers, many of which are now rare and have never before been published, this book will delight collectors, dealers, scholars, librarians, parents and all those who simply enjoy reading children’s fiction.
Download or read book The Uganda Protectorate written by Harry Johnston and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 590 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fantasy Literature for Children and Young Adults written by Ruth Nadelman Lynn and published by Libraries Unlimited. This book was released on 1995-01-30 with total page 1186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on distinguished review sources, this updated and expanded guide recommends more than 4,800 American and British fantasy novels and anthologies, including nearly 1,500 new to this edition. Ten topical chapters embrace the entire range of fantasy literature, from allegory to witchcraft. Detailed annotations note major awards won, review citations, suggested reading level, other related titles by the author, and more. - Back cover.
Download or read book What the Tortoise Said to Achilles written by Lewis Carroll and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2021-09-06 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a tortoise challenges a great Greek hero to use his logic in order to decipher a simple philosophical argument, slight chaos ensues. ‘What the Tortoise Said to Achilles’ is an endless cycle of suppositions and deductions. A refined piece of philosophical writing, Caroll’s discussion was one of the first steps towards paradoxically explaining logical truth. His clever prose makes this novel an essential read for budding philosophers and logic aficionados. Lewis Caroll (1832-1898) was a British author. He was famed for his novel ‘Alice in Wonderland' and its sequel ‘Through the Looking-Glass’. Both of which have been successfully adapted to film and stage. Aside from this, he was also a mathematician, professional photographer, and clergyman. His colorful plotlines, powerful imagery, and endless imagination earned him the title of one of the most notable authors of the nineteenth century. Among his other notable works are the poetic collection "Phantasmagoria and Other Poems", the poem "The Hunting of the Snark", and the fairy novel "Sylvie and Bruno".
Download or read book Books and Pamphlets Including Serials and Contributions to Periodicals written by Library of Congress. Copyright Office and published by . This book was released on 1949 with total page 1142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
