Gwen Tourret Books

The story follows Sara Crewe, a bright and imaginative girl whose life takes a tragic turn after the death of her wealthy father. Reduced to a servant and subjected to mistreatment at Miss Minchin's school, Sara's resilience and creativity shine through her hardships. Her journey from privilege to adversity highlights themes of kindness, imagination, and the enduring spirit of a young girl facing life's challenges. The narrative ultimately explores how her fortunes can change once more, making it a cherished tale in children's literature.

Orphaned Oliver lives in a cold, grim workhouse, until the day he dares to ask for more. Escaping to London, Oliver finds new friends and thinks he has a home at last. But his troubles are only just beginning.

In The Children of the New Forest, Marryat describes the trials and triumphs of the four Beverley children, orphaned during the English Civil War and forced to take refuge with a poor woodsman in the New Forest. This is the first annotated edition of a great children's classic, which has retained its popularity since 1847.

A collection of short stories using the imagination to portray different feelings. Includes The Birthday of the Infanta; The Happy Prince; The Fisherman and his Soul; The Nightingale and the Rose; The Star Child; The Selfish Giant.

The White Birds; The Fisherman and the Giant; The Glass Box; The Prince and his Servants; The Table, the Donkey and the Stick.