Eleanor Farjeon was an English author whose diverse literary output spanned children's stories, plays, poetry, biography, history, and satire. Her works, often graced with charming illustrations, are celebrated for their unique blend of whimsy and intellectual depth. Farjeon left a significant mark on literature, particularly in the realm of children's writing, where her legacy continues to inspire through a prestigious award established in her memory.
Highlighting its cultural significance, this antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original text. While it may feature imperfections like marks and notations due to its age, it aims to preserve the integrity of the original work. The reprint reflects a commitment to protecting and promoting literature, making it accessible in a high-quality format that honors its historical value.
The Carnegie Medal and the Hans Christian Andersen International Medal recipient Eleanor Farjeon's ELSIE PIDDOCK SKIPS IN HER SLEEP. This magical and unforgettable classic tale is about Elsie Piddock who has a great talent for skipping rope and the fairies together saving the land from a new lord. Illustrated by Charlotte Voake, Korean edition translated by Kim Seo Jeong. In Korean. Distributed by Tsai Fong Books, Inc.
Suitable for young readers and adults alike, this volume offers a collection of poems about all forty-one English Kings and Queens since William I.
“In the home of my childhood there was a room we called ‘The Little Bookroom.’ . . . That dusty bookroom, whose windows were never opened . . . opened magic casements for me through which I looked out on other worlds . . . worlds filled with poetry and prose and fact and fantasy. . .” —Eleanor Farjeon In The Little Bookroom, Eleanor Farjeon mischievously tilts our workaday world to reveal its wonders and follies. Her selection of her favorite stories describes powerful—and sometimes exceedingly silly—monarchs, and commoners who are every bit their match; musicians and dancers who live for aft rather than earthly reward; and a goldfish who wishes to "marry the Moon, surpass the Sun, and possess the World."
More than anything, Ella wants to go to the ball at the Royal Palace.But Ella is the slave of the household, waiting on every wish and whim of her horrible stepsisters. They call her Cinderella for the ashes that cling to her face, hands and hair. How can Ella go to the Royal Palace?Now her dreams may come true at last . . .
Eight-year-old Derry listens as an old sailor tells him stories of his adventures at sea.
The collection features a series of poems that have held significant cultural importance over time. This modern reissue aims to preserve the work for future readers, ensuring clarity and readability through careful retyping and redesign. The effort highlights the enduring value of the poems, making them accessible to contemporary audiences while maintaining their original essence.
Tales from Chaucer is a delightful retelling of Geoffrey Chaucer's classic Canterbury Tales for a young audience. Eleanor Farjeon brings Chaucer's colorful characters and stories to life in a way that will enchant both children and adults. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature and a good story.