Puffin Classics 16 Book Set


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The Adventures of Robin Hood


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Recounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, who, with his band of followers, lived as an outlaw in Sherwood Forest dedicated to fighting tyranny.




The Children's Classics Collection


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Abridged and retold in modern English by respected children's authors, this collection of sixteen classic stories makes them accessible to readers as young as six, while retaining all the charm, atmosphere, and sense of adventure that made the original tales world-famous. These dramatic, easy-to-follow stories, charmingly illustrated with verve and humour by specially commissioned artists, deserve to find a home on every child's bookshelf. Included in this boxed set: 1. Alice in Wonderland 2. Treasure Island 3. The Wizard of Oz 4. The Jungle Book 5. The Secret Garden 6. Robin Hood 7. Peter Pan 8. Heidi 9. Anne of Green Gables 10. Little Women 11. Black Beauty 12. The Call of the Wild 13. Robinson Crusoe 14. Wind in the Willows 15. Tom Sawyer 16. Oliver Twist







The Canterbury Tales, and other Poems


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Join Geoffrey Chaucer on a literary pilgrimage through medieval England with The Canterbury Tales And Other Poems. This collection invites you to experience a vibrant tapestry of tales told by colorful characters, each with their own unique story to share. As you immerse yourself in Chaucer's rich narratives, you'll ask: What truths about human nature and society are revealed through these timeless tales? Each story unfolds with wit and wisdom, exploring themes of love, morality, and the human condition. Chaucer's masterful use of verse captures the essence of the characters and their journeys, making every page a delightful exploration. Are you ready to uncover the lessons hidden within these poetic tales? Take a step back in time and savor the insights of a bygone era. Purchase The Canterbury Tales And Other Poems today, and let the journey through history and humanity inspire you.




Little Women


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Originally published: Boston, Mass.: Roberts Brothers, 1868.




Peter Pan


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J.M. Barrie's classic 20th Century tale of Peter Pan - the boy who never grows up - has enchanted generations of children. In this exquisite large format book, Manuela Adreani's superb illustrations bring new life to the adventures of the flying boy in green and his friends who are suddenly thrown into the wonders of Neverland.




Underground to Canada


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Grade level: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, e, i, s.




Little Women


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Grown-up Meg, tomboyish Jo, timid Beth, and precocious Amy. The four March sisters couldn't be more different. But with their father away at war, and their mother working to support the family, they have to rely on one another. Whether they're putting on a play, forming a secret society, or celebrating Christmas, there's one thing they can't help wondering: Will Father return home safely?




Penguin Minis: Looking for Alaska


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“Will slip equally well into a pocket as a Christmas stocking.” – The Wall Street Journal, “What to Give,” holiday gift guide. Introducing Penguin Minis! #1 bestselling author John Green like you've never read him before. • Featured in the New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC's "The World," Real Simple, BuzzFeed, Bustle, and more! John Green's critically acclaimed debut, Looking for Alaska, is now available as a Penguin Mini edition. Complete and unabridged, the book's revolutionary landscape design and ultra-thin paper makes it easy to hold in one hand without sacrificing readability. Perfectly-sized to slip into a pocket or bag, Penguin Minis are ideal for reading on the go. About Looking for Alaska: Winner of the Michael L. Printz Award Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist A Great American Reads selection A New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller Top Ten, NPR’s 100 Best-Ever Teen Novels TIME Magazine's 100 Best Young Adult Novels of All Time Before. Miles Halter is fascinated by famous last words. He leaves for boarding school to seek what Rabelais called “The Great Perhaps.” Much awaits Miles, including clever and self-destructive Alaska Young, who will pull Miles into her labyrinth and catapult him into the Great Perhaps. After. Nothing will ever be the same. A modern classic, this stunning debut marked #1 bestselling author John Green’s arrival as a groundbreaking voice in contemporary fiction.