This book, contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure! The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the chapters and sub-chapters of that specific work. This book contains the following works arranged by Publication Date John Charrington's Weddi...

Whisked away from their London home, Bobbie, Peter, and Phyllis find themselves in near-poverty. Their father was suddenly taken away by the authorities and falsely imprisoned for selling state secrets, forcing the family to settle in a small house in the country. Drawn to the railway station nearby, the children befriend Mr Szczepansky, who is looking for his own family in England. They also meet The Old Gentleman, a director of the railway, who may be able to help bring home those that a...

The Short Stories Of Edith Nesbit. The short story is often viewed as an inferior relation to the Novel. But it is an art in itself. To take a story and distil its essence into fewer pages while keeping character and plot rounded and driven is not an easy task. Many try and many fail. In this series we look at short stories from many of our most accomplished writers. Miniature masterpieces with a lot to say. In this volume we examine some of the short stories of Edith Nesbit. Edith Nesbit ...

A Christmas Carol por Charles DickensThe Little Prince por Antoine De Saint-ExupéryThe Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe por Daniel DefoeThe Secret Garden por Frances Hodgson BurnettThe Ice-Maiden and Other Tales por Hans Christian AndersenFive Children and It por Edith NesbitThe Adventures of Pinocchio por C. CollodiThe Nursery Al...

Gerald, James and Kathleen, discover an enchanted castle while exploring during the school holidays. The lake, groves and marble statues, make a fairy-tale setting. In the middle of the maze in the garden they find a sleeping fairy-tale princess. The "princess" tells them that the castle is full of magic, and they believe her. She shows them the treasures of the castle, including a ring she says is a ring of invisibility,The children soon discover that the ring has other magical powers.

Some stories entertain. Others linger long after the final page. Step into a collection where mystery, the supernatural, and the unexpected come together in unforgettable ways. Discover "The Book of Shadows Vol. 1," a remarkable anthology featuring unforgettable stories by acclaimed authors including Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, Robert W. Chambers, H. G. Wells, Beatrix Potter, Edith Nesbit, Barry Pain, E. F. Benson, D. H. Lawrence, Thomas Burke, and others. Bringing together a diverse selecti...

Some doors should never be opened. Some secrets should never be uncovered. Yet the stories in this collection invite you to cross that threshold into the unknown. Discover "The Book of Shadows Vol. 3," a spellbinding anthology featuring timeless tales by celebrated authors including Mary Elizabeth Penn, Sir Herbert Stephen, Edith Nesbit, Vincent O'Sullivan, Margaret Oliphant, M. R. James, Ellen Glasgow, W. F. Harvey, Sir Hugh Walpole, E. F. Benson, and others. Bringing together an exceptio...

Edith Nesbit's The Railway Children is a charming and enduring children's classic, centered around the experiences of three siblings – Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis – whose lives are dramatically altered when their father is mysteriously taken away and the family relocates to a quaint cottage near a railway line. The story unfolds with a captivating blend of adventure and heartwarming realism. The children's curiosity and resourcefulness are showcased as they befriend railway workers, engage...

Enter a world where mystery, magic, and the supernatural intertwine. The Book of Shadows – Volume 1 is a haunting collection of dark fantasy and supernatural tales written by various authors. Within these pages, readers will discover eerie legends, mystical secrets, and chilling encounters with the unknown. Each story explores the thin line between reality and the unseen world, making this collection perfect for fans of gothic fiction, occult mysteries, and atmospheric storytelling.

A mysterious figure. An ordinary world turned extraordinary. In Man-Size in Marble, E. Nesbit weaves a tale of curiosity, suspense, and unexpected happenings. When a remarkable marble statue appears, it brings with it secrets and events that captivate both characters and readers alike. With Nesbit's signature charm, imagination, and sharp insight into human nature, this story delivers a unique blend of mystery and wonder. Perfect for fans of classic short fiction, the story combines subtle...

Settled into a quiet cottage with his new bride, a skeptical young husband dismisses the local legend that two marble knights lying in effigy at the nearby church rise from their tombs and walk every Halloween night — until superstition curdles into something he can no longer explain away. Edith Nesbit, better remembered today for The Railway Children, was also one of the finest ghost story writers of her generation, and this compact, relentlessly effective tale is often ranked among the b...

Five Children and It is a classic story written by Edith Nesbit and first published in 1902. To Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother, the house in the country promises a summer of freedom and play. But when they accidently uncover an accident Psammead or Sand-fairy who has the power to make wishes come true, they find themselves having the holiday of a lifetime, sharing one thrilling adventure after another. Asleep since dinosaurs roamed the earth, the ill-tempered, odd look...