In this series, simple easy-to-follow text and stunning photographs introduce readers to interesting animals and their babies.
Margaret Marshall Saunders Books
May 13, 1861 – February 15, 1947
Margaret Marshall Saunders was a Canadian author most famously known for her novel "Beautiful Joe." This story, narrated from the perspective of a dog who endured a difficult puppyhood and a cruel owner, was the first Canadian book to sell a million copies. Saunders also penned over twenty other works, many of which offered social commentary on issues such as the abolition of child labor and the improvement of playground facilities. Through her writing, she aimed to highlight societal problems and advocate for better lives for the vulnerable.
Beautiful Joe
- 170 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The narrative is presented through the eyes of Joe, a terrier-mix who endures severe abuse at the hands of his owner, Jenkins. As Joe recounts his painful experiences, readers witness the escalating cruelty he faces, fostering a profound empathy for him and his fellow animals. His eventual rescue and journey towards healing highlight themes of compassion and the fight against animal cruelty. This poignant tale has resonated with readers and advocates alike, inspiring a movement for animal rights since its publication in 1893.
Set against the backdrop of orphanhood, this classical story follows Tilda Jane as she embarks on a quest for belonging and a true home. Aimed at both boys and girls, the narrative explores themes of resilience and the search for family. Alpha Editions has meticulously preserved this important work by reformatting and retyping it, ensuring clarity and readability for contemporary readers. This edition aims to keep Tilda Jane's journey alive for future generations.
Rose à Charlitte
- 292 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The book is a significant classical work that has played an important role in human history. Recognizing its value, Alpha Editions has reissued it in a modern format, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The text has been meticulously reformatted, retyped, and redesigned for clarity and readability, rather than being a scanned copy. This volume is categorized under American and Canadian literature, highlighting its relevance within those literary traditions.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, produced by the publishing house Megali, which focuses on creating large print editions. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision, ensuring that important texts remain available to a wider audience.
In this series, simple easy-to-follow text and stunning photographs introduce readers to interesting animals and their babies.
Easy-to-follow text and photos introduce readers to gorillas and their infants Plus each title includes bonus augmented reality video to help readers learn more.
