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Best Stories from Around the World

Author : Deepa Agarwal

Publisher : Rupa Publications

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 16,18 MB

Release : 2017-06-02

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9788129147387

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Best Stories from Around the World is a collection of timeless pieces from the world's greatest storytellers-Oscar Wilde, O' Henry, Saki, H.G. Wells, Conan Doyle, Washington Irving and many more. Hailing from different countries such as America, Ireland, the United Kingdom and India, this book is an entertaining consolidation of diverse stories which cover a broad range of topics and themes. While 'The Gift of the Magi' resonates with the sense of love and loss, 'The Selfish Giant' and 'Rip Van Winkle' relives our childhood. Some stories warm your heart, some make you think and some delight you with their magical language while at the same time they explore universal themes and arouse a gamut of responses. A must-have, this book offers a plethora of classics to read and enjoy for any lover of a good story.



Best Children's Books in the World

Author : Byron Preiss

Publisher : Harry N. Abrams

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 35,78 MB

Release : 1996-09-01

Category : Young Adult Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780810912465

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Book Description

Each delightful story in this appealing collection of contemporary illustrated children's books from 16 different countries is reprinted with complete text and original art.



In the Beginning

Author : Virginia Hamilton

Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Page : 182 pages

File Size : 10,16 MB

Release : 1988

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780152387426

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Book Description

An illustrated collection of twenty-five myths from various parts of the world explaining the creation of the world.





World’s Best Short Stories

Author : Various

Publisher : Jaico Publishing House

Page : 436 pages

File Size : 11,84 MB

Release : 2016-02-12

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 8184958382

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A selection of timeless masterpieces from Charles Dickens Edgar Allan Poe William Thackeray Rudyard Kipling and many more World’s Best Short Stories is a collection of captivating tales from around the world, penned by some of the greatest storytellers of all time. Featuring pioneers of the short-story genre, this book promises to entertain you in many different ways. Be it the intellectual but endlessly fun The Gold-Bug by Edgar Allan Poe, or even the enduringly brilliant Aladdin from the Arabian Nights, every story has a unique charm. Also included are the ever-popular A Christmas Carol by master storyteller Charles Dickens and Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving. Presenting masterpieces of literature by the likes of Rudyard Kipling, William M. Thackeray, Guy de Maupassant, Nathaniel Hawthorne and J. M. Barrie, this edition belongs in every avid reader’s personal collection.



A Year Full of Stories

Author : Angela McAllister

Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 21,49 MB

Release : 2016-10-06

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1847808689

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Book Description

This treasury of 52 stories collects together a rich resource of myths, fairy tales and legends from around the world, with a story for every week of the year. The book is broken into 12 chapters, for each of the 12 months of the year, and throughout, stories are matched to internationally celebrated dates, including Valentines Day and the International Day of Friendship, as well as seasonal events and festivals. Collected and retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister, and illustrated by internally recognised artist Christopher Corr, this is a book that will be treasured by families and appeal to teachers and librarians around the world.



Meow

Author : Jane Yolen

Publisher : Harper Collins

Page : 49 pages

File Size : 33,37 MB

Release : 2005-07-26

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0060291613

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Book Description

A collection of folktales about cats.



Great Short Stories of the World

Author : Barrett Harper Clark

Publisher :

Page : 1096 pages

File Size : 24,27 MB

Release : 1925

Category : Short stories

ISBN :

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Book Description

177 short stories.



A World Full of Animal Stories

Author : Angela McAllister

Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 45,79 MB

Release : 2017-10-05

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1786030454

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Book Description

This beautiful book of stories takes readers on a journey around the world with 50 best-loved tales, featuring creatures big and small. Prepare for a story time like no other as you delve into this beautifully-illustrated collection of classic stories featuring tales about your favourite animals from every corner of the globe. This anthology of animal stories brings together the most loved animal-themed fables, myths and legends including The Three Little Pigs, The Ugly Duckling, Why the Swallow's Tail is Forked and the story of Ananse and the Python. Lively retellings from best-selling author Angela McAllister are brought to life with sumptuous illustrations from Romanian-born illustrator, Aitch, in this treasury to treasure for a lifetime. For story lovers young and old this is the perfect anthology for all the family and animal lovers everywhere.



Great Peacemakers

Author : Ken Beller

Publisher : Lts Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 12,15 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Political Science

ISBN : 9780980138207

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Book Description

Profiles twenty people who have promoted peace in their lives from a Vietnamese monk to a Brazilian musician. Explores five approaches to peacemaking: choosing nonviolence, living peace, honoring diversity, valuing all life, and caring for the planet.