Puck of Pook's Hill
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
While performing a scene from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Una and Dan accidentally summon Puck who enables them to witness tales of English history.
Puck Series
Embark on a magical journey through Britain's rich past with this enchanting series. Children unwittingly summon a mystical elf, who whisks them away on an extraordinary adventure. They encounter a vibrant cast of historical figures, from Roman centurions to Saxon warriors and Norman knights. Each encounter weaves tales of war, politics, and thrilling adventures, all steeped in meticulous historical detail. It's a captivating blend of fantasy and history that continues to thrill readers.
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Rewards and Fairies
- 266 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Rewards and Fairies is a collection of stories and a sequel to Puck of Pook's Hill and, as Kipling wrote, 'The tales had to be read by children, before people realised they were meant for grown-ups'. Through the agency of Puck, two children - Dan and Una - meet a glittering array of historical characters from flint and iron age tribes to 'Good Queen Bess' and Sir Francis Drake. Other tales include stories of England following the Norman Conquest and the Europe of Napoleon and Talleyrand. Rewards and Fairies includes two of Kipling's best-loved and most quoted 'The Way Through the Woods' and 'If-'