Bücher von Edith Nesbit

Edith Nesbit was a prolific English author best known for her children's literature. One of her notable works is the "Psammead trilogy". The series revolves around a group of siblings who discover a magical creature called the Psammead, also known as "It," which has the power to grant wishes. However, the wishes often lead to unexpected and humorous consequences, teaching the children valuable lessons about responsibility and the consequences of their actions.The books in the series include "Five Children and It", "The Phoenix and the Carpet" and "The Story of the Amulet".

The story of "The Phoenix and the Carpet", first published in 1904, revolves around five siblings who discover a magical carpet in the attic of their new home. The carpet has the power to fly anywhere they wish, but it comes with its own set of rules and challenges. Throughout their adventures, the children encounter various fantastical creatures and magical beings, leading to both humorous and perilous situations. They also come across a phoenix egg and decide to hatch it. Once hatched, the phoenix becomes a loyal companion to the children, accompanying them on their adventures.This new edition comes with an Easy to Read layout designed to make reading comfortable.

"Five Children and It" is a classic children's novel written by Edith Nesbit, first published in 1902. The story follows the adventures of five siblings who discover a magical creature called the Psammead, near their home in the English countryside.The Psammead is a sand-fairy with the ability to grant wishes but with a mischievous twist. Whenever the children make a wish, it comes true, but often not in the way they expect or desire. As the story progresses, the children encounter various adventures and challenges, including encounters with ancient civilizations, time-traveling escapades, and encounters with other magical creatures.This new edition comes with an Easy to Read Layout designed to make reading comfortable.

In Edith Nesbit's enchanting literary world, readers embark on an extraordinary adventure alongside the plucky and imaginative Bastable siblings. Set against the backdrop of Edwardian England, this heartwarming and timeless tale follows the spirited children as they embark on a quest to restore their family's fallen fortunes. With unfettered determination and boundless creativity, they concoct ingenious schemes to uncover hidden riches and solve the family's financial woes. Nesbit's storytelling prowess is on full display as she weaves a narrative that combines humour, warmth, and a touch of whimsy. Through the eyes of the Bastable children, readers are treated to a delightful exploration of the power of imagination, sibling bonds, and the resilience of youth in the face of adversity. This cherished classic continues to captivate readers of all ages. Edith Nesbit's ability to capture the essence of childhood wonder and the enduring importance of family makes this narrative a timeless gem. It invites readers to join the Bastable siblings on a journey of discovery, where everyday life is transformed into a grand adventure filled with laughter, love, and the thrill of seeking treasures both tangible and intangible.

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The Magic World is an influential collection of twelve short stories by E. Nesbit. It was first published in book form in 1912 by Macmillan and Co. Ltd., with illustrations by H. R. Millar and Gerald Spencer Pryse. The stories, previously printed in magazines (like Blackie's Children's Annual), are typical of Nesbit's arch, ironic, clever fantasies for children. Some of the twelve stories in the collection are: "The Cat-hood of Maurice" - a boy abuses the family cat, and learns to see things from the feline point of view. "The Mixed Mine" - two boys find a magic spyglass, and use it to make their fortunes. "Accidental Magic" - Quentin falls asleep on the altarstone at Stonehenge, and wakes in Atlantis. "The Princess and the Hedge-pig" - King Ozymandias and Queen Eliza plan a secret christening for their Princess Ozyliza, to avoid a wicked fairy's curse. Things go awry.

Eight madcap tales of unpredictable dragons - including one made of ice, another that takes refuge in the General Post Office, and a fire-breathing monster that flies out of an enchanted book and eats an entire soccer team! The Book of Beasts (Excerpt) He happened to be building a Palace when the news came, and he left all the bricks kicking about the floor for Nurse to clear up-but then the news was rather remarkable news. You see, there was a knock at the front door and voices talking downstairs, and Lionel thought it was the man come to see about the gas, which had not been allowed to be lighted since the day when Lionel made a swing by tying his skipping rope to the gas bracket. And then, quite suddenly, Nurse came in and said, "Master Lionel, dear, they've come to fetch you to go and be King." Then she made haste to change his smock and to wash his face and hands and brush his hair, and all the time she was doing it Lionel kept wriggling and fidgeting...

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of The Railway Children Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this charming edition of The Railway ChildrenFather is in trouble, and Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis have to leave their home in London and go into hiding in the countryside.'Boys and girls are only little men and women. And we are much harder and hardier than they are.'Each day, the children run down to the nearby railway station, where they say good morning to the Station Master and hello to Perks the Porter and wave at the passing London train, sending their love to Father.Little do they know that the stranger on board the 9:15 a.m. train might be able to help track him down...Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics:9780241444313 The Little Prince9780241663554 The Jungle Book9780241568811 Charlotte's Web9780241688243 Little Women9780241688250 Peter Pan9780241688267 The Railway Children9780241688236 Chinese Cinderella 9780241411216 Treasure Island9780241411209 The Wizard of Oz9780241655702 Watership Down9780241663578 The Worst Witch9780241663547 David Copperfield9780241663561 The Neverending Story 9780241623909 Stig of the Dump9780241623916 The Dark is Rising9780241411162 The Secret Garden9780241411148 Black Beauty9780241411155 Dracula9780241425121 Frankenstein9780241425138 Wuthering Heights9780241425114 Tales from Shakespeare9780241425107 Tales of the Greek Heroes9780241411193 A Christmas Carol9780241621196 Grimms' Fairy Tales9780241425145 Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare, written by the renowned author Edith Nesbit, is a timeless classic that brings Shakespeare's masterpieces to life in a way that is both enjoyable and accessible for readers of all ages. With Nesbit's engaging storytelling and beautiful prose, readers are transported to the world of the Bard and his most beloved works. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves literature and wants to experience the magic of Shakespeare's plays in a whole new way.

The Magic World (1909) is a collection of twelve children¿s fantasy stories by English writer Edith Nesbit. Using elements of magic and mystery familiar to readers of her beloved Bastable and Psammead Trilogies, Nesbit crafts tales of wonder and adventure for children and adults alike.In ¿The Cat-hood of Maurice,¿ a young boy learns firsthand the consequences of mistreating the family cat. One day, Maurice attaches an empty sardine can to Lord Hugh¿s tail, terrifying and traumatizing the poor cat. When his father gets home, Maurice is told that he will be spending the next week at Dr. Strongitharm¿s school for wayward boys. At the last moment, Maurice discovers Lord Hugh in his room, who reveals to the boy a magic word that will turn him into a cat. In ¿Accidental Magic,¿ a boy named Quentin is sent to school in Salisbury. Immensely interested in archaeology and history, Quentin is excited to learn that he will be able to visit Stonehenge while at school. After getting in a fight with a bully, Quentin runs away in fear of expulsion and escapes through the fields toward Stonehenge. There, he searches for the fabled altar stone, where, exhausted and scared, he falls asleep. When he wakes up, he finds he has been transported to the lost world of Atlantis, where the people call him the ¿Chosen of the Gods,¿ but fail to reveal what it is he is chosen for.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Edith Nesbit¿s The Magic World is a classic of English children¿s literature reimagined for modern readers.

The Railway Children, written by Edith Nesbit and first published in 1906, is a classic children's novelthat tells the story of three siblings who move from London to the countryside after their father ismysteriously taken away. The children-Roberta (Bobbie), Peter and Phyllis-adjust to their newlife by exploring the countryside and making new friends, including the station master and the OldGentleman who takes an interest in them.The novel follows the children as they embark on various adventures, from waving to the passingtrains and helping a Russian exile to uncover his true identity to staging a daring rescue to savetheir father. Throughout their adventures, the children learn important lessons about perseverance,kindness and the power of love and family.The Railway Children is notable for its heart-warming portrayal of family life and the bond betweensiblings. The novel also explores themes of social class and injustice, as the family's new life in thecountry contrasts sharply with their privileged upbringing in London. Nesbit's writing style is knownfor its engaging and descriptive prose, and her use of everyday language makes the novel accessibleand relatable to readers of all ages.

A young king discovers a magical Book of Beasts that releases creatures into the world. When he flips to a page with a dragon upon it, he quickly shuts the book¿but his curiosity proves too strong to resist. The Book of Dragons is a classic work of English children¿s fiction by renowned author Edith Nesbit.

Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare is a collection of stories of some plays by William Shakespeare and is re-told by Edith Nesbit. It contains twenty stories and so attractively presented that readers of every age group can enjoy them. In her inimitable way, the author tries to capture the readers imagination. Nesbit always felt that children and young ones should be introduced to Shakespeare in an easier and enjoyable way. In the book, a glossary of difficult names in the plays and a guide on how to pronounce them are also included. Nesbit has also added useful inclusion of memorable quotations from Shakespeares plays.Nesbits retelling comprises plays like King Lear, Hamlet, Macbeth and Othello. While retaining the milieu of the plays, she makes the text simpler for children to understand. For example, in Macbeth, the witches, the crimes and the final tragic climax are wonderfully recreated. Also, while retelling comedies like A Midsummer Nights Dream, As You Like It, Measure for Measure and Twelfth Night, the author strikes a lighter note.

Dragons - of all sorts - make for marvelous fun, and this collection of madcap tales is filled with them. Some of the legendary monsters are funny and mischievous, others are downright frightening, and a number of them are wild and unpredictable. There's a dragon made of ice, another that takes refuge in the General Post Office, a scaly creature that carries off the largest elephant in a zoo, and even a dragon whose gentle purring comforts a tiny tot. And who challenges these amazing creatures? Why, daring heroes, of course, as well as a wicked prince, and even an entire soccer team - which, unfortunately, meets its fate with a fire-breathing brute that flies out of the pages of an enchanted book. Edith Nesbit was one of the pioneers of fantasy fiction for children!