Bücher von Edith Nesbit

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.

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".

"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.

First published in 1906, "The Story of the Amulet" is a children's fantasy novel written by Edith Nesbit. In this book, a group of children discover an ancient amulet which has the power to transport them through time and space. Using the amulet, the children embark on various adventures, visiting different places and times, including ancient Egypt and Babylon. Along the way, they encounter historical figures and face challenges that test their courage and resourcefulness.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.

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...

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 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.

This stunning Oxford Children's Classic edition is the perfect introduction to The Railway Children-the ultimate story of courage and hope.Features the complete unabridged text, an introduction by Onjali Q Raúf, and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities, and more . . .

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.

Children's LiteratureOverview"That going to the seaside was the very beginning of everything, - only it seemed as though it were going to be a beginning without an end, like the roads on the Sussex downs which look like roads and then look like paths, and then turn into sheep-tracks, and then are just grass and furze bushes and tottergrass and harebells and rabbits and chalk."In Nesbit's 1913 novel, Wet Magic, the children of the Desmond family - Francis, Mavis, Bernard and Kathleen - are looking forward to a holiday by the sea. They get more of an adventure than they had planned on, though, when they accidentally summon a mermaid. And when that mermaid is captured and put on display at a local circus, they decide they must rescue her. As their reward, they are permitted to visit the hidden kingdom of the mer-people, but find they must now stop a war to save their new friends.

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The Railway Children is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition .Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

A Midsummer Night's Dream - And other stories is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1890.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.