Alan Marks Books

British artist and illustrator Alan Marks, born in London in 1957, brings a rich artistic background to his work. Following his education in art and a brief period as an educator, he forged a distinguished career in magazine and book illustration. His distinctive style has graced the pages of books for numerous children's authors. Marks is recognized for his artistic contributions and his nuanced approach to visual storytelling.

Quentin Blake's A Christmas Carol
158 pages
6 hours of reading
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A beautiful edition of the timeless Christmas classic. A Christmas Carol is the book that defines the Christms spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited miser, is visited by three ghosts one Christmas Eve. The ghosts show Scrooge the true value of Christmas: charity, good humour and love for his fellow man. Quentin Blake's colourful illustrations guide the reader through Scrooge's lively journey to find the meaning of Christmas. This unabridged edition contains a foreword by the illustrator and is the ultimate Christmas gift book.
White fang
48 pages
2 hours of reading
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Retells the adventures in the northern wilderness of a dog who is part wolf and how he comes to make his peace with man.
The Snow queen
64 pages
3 hours of reading
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Retelling of the story about a boy captured by the snow queen and taken to her castle in the north and his friend's efforts to save him.
The jungle books
336 pages
12 hours of reading
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Presents the adventures of Mowgli, a boy reared by a pack of wolves and the wild animals of the jungle. Also includes other short stories set in India.
Jane Eyre
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A Victorian governess's love for her mysterious employer is threatened by the tragic secret of his mansion.
Spirit of the Forest
Tree Tales from Around the World
48 pages
2 hours of reading
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A collection of tree tales from around the world. Suggested level: junior, primary
The Story of Heidi
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When Heidi's Aunt Dete gets a new job in Frankfurt she takes Heidi up the mountains and leaves her with her grandfather who is not at all thrilled about having Heidi live with him. Just as Heidi and her Grandfather have become happy living together, Aunt Dete returns, wanting to take Heidi back to Frankfurt to be company for a rich little girl who is sick.
The Story of Black Beauty
24 pages
1 hour of reading
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This classic story by Anna Sewell is retold for young children in picture book form. Black Beauty is the moving story of a young horse's journey from the rolling hills of the English countryside to the dark, cobbled streets of London, and the cruelty and kindness he encounters along the way. This read-aloud text is accompanied by beautiful watercolour illustrations by Alan Marks.
The Usborne Illustrated Robin Hood
176 pages
7 hours of reading
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Re-live Robin Hood's daring escapades with his Merry Men, and then find out about the men who might have inspired these stories.
Robin Hood
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An exciting story from the legend of Robin Hood, retold for English language learners. When Much Middleton's father is arrested by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, Much seeks the help of the mysterious outlaw, Robin Hood.