Bøker av E. Nesbit

When Father goes away one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a simple country cottage, They soon come to love the railway near their cottage and all associated with it.

"In Homespun" is a short story written by E. Nesbit, a well-known English author best recognized for her children's and fantasy writings. This early twentieth-century story is a moving examination of family dynamics and the intricacies of human connections. The story centres around a family who lives in a modest suburban home. The anonymous protagonist thinks on their family's life, the daily challenges, and the complex emotions that link them together. Nesbit goes expertly into each family member's inner thoughts and feelings, depicting the hardships they encounter as well as their shared moments of joy and grief. Readers see the family's metamorphosis through time as the novel progresses, showing the changes and growth that place within their home. "In Homespun" presents us with a moving view into the heart of a family, reminding us of the enduring relationships that unite us all, thanks to Nesbit's lyrical words and profound insight into human nature. In this emotional novel, E. Nesbit's storytelling prowess shines through, making "In Homespun" a timeless contemplation of the commonplace yet exceptional moments that create our lives and relationships.

The Enchanted Castle' by E. Nesbit is a delightful children's fantasy novel that whisks readers away on a magical adventure. The story follows three young siblings, Jerry, Jimmy, and Kathleen, who stumble upon an enchanted castle while exploring the countryside. Inside the castle, they encounter a mysterious golden statue, a magical ring, and a wish-granting creature named Mabel. As the children experiment with their newfound powers, they find themselves embroiled in a series of enchanting and sometimes humorous escapades. However, their innocent play soon leads to unintended consequences and unexpected challenges. This book is a charming tale that captures the wonder and innocence of childhood imagination. E. Nesbit's enchanting prose and imaginative settings transport readers to a magical realm where anything is possible. This timeless classic continues to captivate young readers, igniting their sense of wonder and reminding them of the limitless possibilities that lie within their own imaginations.

The Phoenix and the Carpet, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to meet a dragon? To see one up close and to live to tell the tale? In The Book of Dragons, Nesbit carries us into eight tales where dragons shaped and had a profound influence on royalty and children alike. Jump into this fictitious world where wonder, fun, and adventure are in over abundance.

E. Nesbit's book "Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare" is a compilation of stories that simplifies and retells some of William Shakespeare's most well-known plays for young readers. Twenty separate tales, each focusing on a different play, are included in the book. Shakespeare's plays are all represented in the tales in this collection, from comedies like "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "The Tempest" to tragedies like "Romeo and Juliet," "Hamlet," and "Macbeth." Each tale is presented in a narrative form that is simple enough for young readers to grasp while yet preserving the spirit and substance of the original piece. The book also features drawings that aid in bringing the story' characters and locations to life. Some of the most well-known painters working at the time the book was first released produced these illustrations. Overall, "Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare" is an excellent way for kids to learn about Shakespeare's works. The tales embody the charm and wonder of Shakespeare's plays and are interesting and simple to grasp. Young readers will undoubtedly be captivated by this book, whether it is read aloud or on their own, and it will undoubtedly cultivate a lifetime love of Shakespeare's writings.

The "Grim Tales" collection, which contains seven short tales by E. Nesbit. The tales, which cover subjects like death, fear, and the occult, are renowned for their dismal overtones. The terrible tale of a picture that curses its owners is told in "The Ebony Frame," one of the most well-known tales in the collection. On the eve of his wedding, the main character in "John Charrington's Wedding" is a man who is haunted by memories of his deceased lover. The main character of the strange story "Uncle Abraham's Romance" is an elderly guy who becomes fixated with a young lady. Nesbit investigates the mysteries of a haunted estate in "The Mystery of the Semi-Detached," while "From the Dead" recounts the tale of a man who is brought back to life and must bear the repercussions of his earlier deeds. In "Man-size in Marble," a hamlet is terrorized by an old curse, while in "The Mass for the Dead," a widow who has just lost her husband gets a disturbing message from the afterlife. Nesbit's "Grim Tales" tales are written with her signature wit, humor, and capacity to create enduring characters, despite the stories' ominous subject matter. The anthology is still read and cherished by enthusiasts of the genre since it is a classic of Victorian horror.

Wet Magic was the last novel for children published by E. Nesbit. It was originally serialized in The Strand Magazine in 1912, with a book version published in 1913.In the book, four brothers and sisters are on their way to a holiday at the beach. While traveling on a train, they¿re excited to read about the purported sighting of a mermaid near the coastal town where they¿ll be staying, and agree among themselves to join the hunt for this mythical creature. But when they arrive, they discover that the mermaid has been captured and put on show at a circus at the local fairground. After the older children encounter another mermaid in the sea, who implores them to help, they agree they must do what they can to free the captured one. This leads them on to strange adventures.While Wet Magic has much of Nesbit¿s characteristic charm and humor, it doesn¿t appear to have been received as well as her other books, nor has it been as frequently reprinted.

"John went down the winding stairs to the dungeon, holding the lantern above his head just to see that the dungeon really was empty, as usual. Half of it was empty as usual. But the other side was not empty. It was quite full, and what it was full of was Dragon."This collection of delightful fairy tales sparkles with E. Nesbit's characteristic wit and charm, in bite-sized pieces that are perfect for bedtime. Follow a child king pulled from his nursery after the death of his great-great-however-many-grandfather, or two children on a quest to save England from a dragon infestation. Explore backwards islands, climb dragon-proof towers, and meet the cockatrice. Each tale is awash with humor and insight and dragon-slaying, and will leave you thundering for more.

The Railway Children is a children's book by Edith Nesbit, originally serialised in The London Magazine during 1905 and published in book form in the same year. It has been adapted for the screen several times, of which the 1970 film version is the best known. Based on the novel, "The Railway Children "by Edith Nesbit, the theme of love of the story is the love connection between the parents and the children. This can be seen in the event where the father was taken away. When the father was taken away, this once a happy family had to move to the countryside.

English author E. Nesbit wrote the children's book Five Children and It. The story revolves around the Psammead, or the Gifts was the general title of the segment that ran every month from April to December 1902 in the Strand Magazine. A novel based on the stories was later developed and released that same year. Including The Phoenix and the Carpet (1904) and The Story of the Amulet, it is the first book in a trilogy (1906). Since its initial release, the book has never been out of print. The novel opens with a group of kids moving from London to the Kent countryside, much like Nesbit's The Railway Children. The Psammead, a sand fairy with the power to grant wishes, is discovered by the five children Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their infant brother, the Lamb, while they are playing in a gravel pit. The jewelry finally appears in their home when the kids unintentionally wish they could offer their mother some expensive jewelry. The children must beseech the Psammead for a complicated series of wishes in order to make things right because it appears that the gamekeeper, who is now their buddy, will be held responsible for the robbery.

The Story of the Treasure Seekers is very simple to read book where hard words are normally explained of inside the text. Any kid who can read would most likely partake in the book, yet a little bit of maturity is called for to recognize the do-not-try-this-at-home incidents.The Story of the Treasure Seekers is around six motherless youngsters - Dora, Oswald, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and H.O. Bastable. Around the time their mom passed on - which was not much before the story started - their dad's business crashed too, so they were left poor and furthermore relatively unsupervised.The children are determined to help their dad and "reestablish the fortunes of the place of Bastable." They try digging in the backyard, selling poetry, tracking down a princess, being bandits, and a large group of different things - each making for a pleasant story, normally wrapping itself up in one part. Over the long haul, they have a chance for being caring for an uncle of their mom's, and, intrigued, he helps their dad's striving business.

The Literary Sense, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

The Story of the Treasure Seekers is another renowned book by E. Nesbit. The story opens with Dora, Oswald, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and Horace Octavius (H. O.) Bastable and who strives to help their widowed father and restore their family's fortunes. After Mother died, Father was severely ill and his business partner travelled to Spain. The narrative is told from the viewpoint of a young child named Oswald. Because Edith Nesbit was quite observant when it came to kids, her tales consistently depict the kind of activities and disputes that take place between siblings. The story tells the struggles of young children and how they take charge of the situation. Readers will get good entertainment as the story ends on a positive node.

From the beloved author of the classic novel, The Railway Children, comes this magical collection of short stories featuring eight fantastical dragon tales.This enchanting collection of eight short stories is connected through one common theme: dragons. These mysterious beasts inhabit their worlds in varying ways, but each tale contains the same vivid imagery and exciting sense of adventure. The unique stories feature mischievous dragons who are full of joy and fun, as well as dangerous dragons who lurk in the dark and await their prey.Delve into this magical book and allow yourself to be transported via these marvelous tales. The Book of Dragons features eight delightful stories:- The Book of Beasts- Uncle James, or The Purple Stranger- The Deliverers of Their Country- The Ice Dragon, or Do As You Are Told- The Island of the Nine Whirlpools- The Dragon Tamers- The Fiery Dragon, or The Heart of Stone and the Heart of Gold- King Little Edmund, or The Caves and the CockatriceRead & Co. Children's has proudly republished this beautiful new edition, complete with a specially commissioned biography of the author. This short story collection is perfect for bedtime reading and would make the ideal gift for any dragon lover.