Abbie Farwell Books

Abbie Farwell Brown was a prolific author celebrated for her literary contributions, particularly her engaging works for young readers. Her writing often explored themes of friendship, nature, and moral values, presented with a gentle yet insightful touch. Beyond her narrative prose, Brown also delved into poetry and lyric writing, showcasing a versatile command of language. Her deep commitment to the literary world was evident in her active participation in various writing circles and editorial endeavors.

In the Days of Giants - A Book of Norse Tales - With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith

In the Days of Giants - A Book of Norse Tales - With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith
With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith
280 pages
10 hours of reading
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The book highlights the revival of classic children's literature from the Golden Age of Illustration, particularly focusing on rare works from the 1850s and earlier. Pook Press aims to make these scarce titles accessible by republishing them in affordable, high-quality color editions that preserve the original text and artwork, ensuring that these timeless stories can be enjoyed by a new generation of children.
In the Days of Giants - A Book of Norse Tales - With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith
280 pages
10 hours of reading
A wonderful collection of retold Norse myths by Abbie Farwell Brown with six full page illustrations by E. Boyd Smith. These sixteen chapters hold the tales of gods, heroes, dwarfs and giants - "spirits of the cold mountains and dark caverns."

In the Days of Giants - A Book of Norse Tales - With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith

In the Days of Giants - A Book of Norse Tales - With Illustrations by E. Boyd Smith