Ian Serraillier was a British novelist and poet, celebrated as a storyteller who captivated young readers with retellings of legends from Rome, Greece, and England. His work is distinguished by compelling adventure stories, often set against historical backdrops like post-war Europe. Serraillier masterfully explores themes of courage, hope, and the enduring strength of familial bonds through engaging characters and suspenseful plots. His legacy continues to inspire countless young readers as they discover the richness of classic tales and literary tradition.
A beloved classic by Ed Emberley makes its return after decades, captivating a new generation of readers. This revival showcases Emberley's unique artistic style and engaging storytelling, inviting both children and adults to explore its timeless charm. The book promises to inspire creativity and imagination, making it a delightful addition to any collection.
One of a series of top-quality fiction for schools. These retellings of Shakespeare stories focus on The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Merchant of Venice, Henry IV Part 1, Henry V, Twelfth Night, Julius Caesar, Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth and The Tempest.
The Oxford Bookworms Library offers new editions of the original Oxford Bookworms Black and Green series, merging the two series into one with new covers. The new editions build on the success of the original series and provide enhanced teaching support. Sixteen additional pages inside each book allow extra pages of activities and increased author and series information. Some of the titles have new illustrations. For those titles which had associated cassettes, the cassettes will remain available with the same ISBNs as before.
One of a series of top-quality fiction for schools, this is a collection of retellings of some of Chaucer's stories and character sketches in Canterbury Tales.
