An Almanac of Twelve Sports is a spirited celebration of the games, pastimes, and obsessions that shaped the sporting imagination of the late nineteenth century. With William Nicholson's sharp, stylish sensibility and Rudyard Kipling's lively, witty verse, the book moves through the year in a series of vivid monthly portraits, each one devoted to a different sport and its particular character, ritual, and delight. From hunting and racing to cricket, golf, boxing, and skating, these pages c...

The Velveteen Rabbit is the charming children’s tale about a stuffed rabbit who longs to become real, and the magic that makes his dream come true.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.

Following the acclaimed Seeker, this YA fantasy trilogy continues as its three teenage heroes venture to save the island of Anacrea from doom.Seeker, Morning Star, and the Wildman are about to discover that the Nomana, the mysterious warrior sect they were so desperate to join, is not what it appeared to be. Deeply disillusioned, the three escape and head off on quests they think are separate but soon become intertwined—and desperately life threatening.

Chios Classics brings literature's greatest works back to life for new generations. All our books contain a linked table of contents.The Velveteen Rabbit is a classic children's novel written by Margery Williams in 1922. The book is still read by many young students throughout the world.

The Velveteen Rabbit (Illustrated) is a tender classic of children's literature, first published in 1922, that explores love, loss, and the mysterious transformation by which toys—and, symbolically, persons—become "real." Written in a lucid, lyrical prose style, the tale belongs to the Golden Age tradition of English-language nursery fantasy, yet it carries unusual emotional depth. Its illustrated form enhances the story's delicate atmosphere, balancing domestic intimacy with moments of en...

A charming tale of self-acceptance, love, loss, and magic, The Velveteen Rabbit is one of the most enduring children's stories in literary history.‘Once you are real you can't become unreal again. It lasts for always.’ - Margery WilliamsSet in a young boy’s nursery, The Velveteen Rabbit captures the imagination, fantasy, and infinite love of childhood. Embark on a journey of unconditional friendship and self-acceptance wit...

Margery Williams' timeless classic 'The Velveteen Rabbit' is a poignant tale that explores themes of love, friendship, and the true meaning of being real. Through the charming narrative style and engaging characters, Williams captures the essence of childhood innocence and the power of imagination. The book is rich in symbolism and depth, making it a beloved piece of children's literature that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. The Velveteen Rabbit stands as a testament to the...

The second book in William Nicholson’s award-winning epic fantasy series, Wind on Fire.‘Gloriously cinematic and completely enthralling’ – IndependentFive years have passed. The city of Aramanth has become kinder – weaker. When ruthless soldiers of the Mastery strike, the city is burned, and the Manth people taken into slavery. Kestrel is left, separated from her brother Bowman, and vowing revenge … Fantasy books for children don’t get more spectacular than Slaves of the Ma...

The final book in William Nicholson’s award-winning epic fantasy series, Wind on Fire.‘Gloriously cinematic and completely enthralling’ – IndependentIn the time of cruelty, the Manth people march back to their homeland. Ira Hath is the only one who knows the way, but she is dying. Bowman eagerly awaits his calling to join the Singer people, but when Kestrel is taken by bandits, he must use his powers to find her. Together they fight, until their destinies tear them apart. A...

The second book in William Nicholson’s award-winning epic fantasy series, Wind on Fire.‘Gloriously cinematic and completely enthralling’ – Independent "I hate school! I hate ratings! I won't reach higher! I won't strive harder! I won't make tomorrow better than today!" In the walled city state of Aramanth, rules are everything. When Kestrel Hath dares to rebel, the Chief Examiner humiliates her father and sentences the whole family to the harshest punishment. Desperate to save them...

**The celebrated author of Shadowlands tells the powerful story of a husband who decides to be truthful in his marriage, and of the wife and son whose lives will never be the same again.“A finely perceptive, eloquently tender and exquisite new play.” —New York**How well do we know the people we marry? Is it wrong to decide it’s time to be honest? Is love enough to save a family?Edward and Alice have been married for thirty-three years. He is a teac...

From an Oscar-nominated screenwriter, “a wonderfully smooth, sinuous, enigmatic, and sexy tale of two love affairs” (Providence Journal) set in Amherst and illuminated by the presence of Emily Dickinson.Alice Dickinson, a young advertising executive in London, decides to take time off work to research her idea for a screenplay: the true story of the scandalous, adulterous love affair between Emily Dickinson’s married brother, Austin, and a young, Amherst C...