This volume is a treasure-trove of rare 19th-century macabre stories for lovers of classic fantasy and horror. From ghosts of mind and spirit to paranormal experiences, from exotic Arabian Nights adventures to Deals with the Devil, each story in this volume is sure to delight the discerning reader of classic fantasy and horror. Included are:THE GRAY LADY, by Mary E. LeeTHE EBONY FRAME, by Edith NesbitTHE DOOM, by BenedictTHE CURSE OF THE CATAFALQUES, by F. Anst...

The Railway Children is Edith Nesbit’s most well-known and well-loved book for young readers. Since its first book publication in 1906, it has been made into movies, radio plays and television series several times, dramatised in the theatre, performed in actual railway stations and has even been turned into a musical.It tells the story of three children: Roberta, Peter and Phyllis, who with their mother are forced to leave their comfortable suburban home and go to live in a small c...

Whisked away from their London home, Bobbie, Peter, and Phyllis find themselves in near-poverty. Their father was suddenly taken away by the authorities and falsely imprisoned for selling state secrets, forcing the family to settle in a small house in the country. Drawn to the railway station nearby, the children befriend Mr Szczepansky, who is looking for his own family in England. They also meet The Old Gentleman, a director of the railway, who may be able to help bring home those that a...

They were not railway children to begin with. I don't suppose they had ever thought about railways except as a means of getting to Maskelyne and Cook's, the Pantomime, Zoological Gardens, and Madame Tussaud's. They were just ordinary suburban children, and they lived with their Father and Mother in an ordinary red–brick–fronted villa, with coloured glass in the front door, a tiled passage that was called a hall, a bath–room with hot and cold water, electric bells, French windows, and a good d...

Five Children and It is a classic story written by Edith Nesbit and first published in 1902. To Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother, the house in the country promises a summer of freedom and play. But when they accidently uncover an accident Psammead or Sand-fairy who has the power to make wishes come true, they find themselves having the holiday of a lifetime, sharing one thrilling adventure after another. Asleep since dinosaurs roamed the earth, the ill-tempered, odd look...

Edith Nesbit (1858-1924) was an English author and poet. Most famous as a children’s book writer who influenced J. K. Rowling, C. S. Lewis, and P. L. Travers, Edith Nesbit has a second, darker reputation as the writer of some of the English language’s most powerful supernatural horror. Nesbit’s writing is absolutely crisp, evocative, and touching, and her legacy as both a children’s writer and a master of horror is well deserved, if not far overdue.

When Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother find a Psammead - an ancient sand-fairy - whilst digging in the sand, they get one wish granted each day. But, to the children's surprise, the wishes don't always turn out to be as they expect...! This classic children's tale from renowned author Edith Nesbit has been specially formatted for today's e-readers by Andrews UK.

This file includes: The Enchanted Castle, Five Children and It, In Homespun, The Magic City, The Phoenix and the Carpet, Pussy and Doggy Tales, The Railway Children, The Story of the Amulet, The Story of the Treasure Seekers, New Treasure Seekers, and The Wouldbegoods. According to Wikipedia: "Edith Nesbit (married name Edith Bland; 15 August 1858 4 May 1924) was an English author and poet whose children's works were published under the name of E. Nesbit. She wrote or collaborated on over ...

"The Book of Dragons" is a collection of 8 short stories about dragons.Edith Nesbit (15 August 1858 – 4 May 1924) was an English author and poet; she published her books for children under the name of E. Nesbit.

The Railway Children is a children's book by Edith Nesbit, originally serialised in The London Magazine during 1905 and first published in book form in 1906. It has been adapted for the screen several times, of which the 1970 film version is the best known. The story concerns a family who move to "Three Chimneys", a house near the railway, after the father, who works at the Foreign office, is imprisoned after being falsely accused of spying. The children befriend an Old Gentleman who regul...

The Phoenix and the Carpet is Edith Nesbit's sequel to the ever-popular Five Children and It, and follows the adventures of Robert, Jane, Cyril, Anthea, and The Lamb as they discover a clever phoenix and a magic carpet that can take them anywhere they wish. But are wishes as good as they seem?... This fantastic eBook edition has been specially formatted for today's e-readers by Andrews UK.

Edith Nesbit's Children's Books Collection (Illustrated Edition) is a delightful anthology that showcases the charming and timeless tales that have captivated readers of all ages for generations. Known for her unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and moral lessons, Nesbit's literary style resonates with both children and adults alike. Each story is beautifully illustrated, enhancing the magical world created by the author. Nesbit's works are essential in the realm of children's literature, ...