Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1850s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.

THE WARNING! In the early days of the world lived the patriarch Noah, a good and venerable man whose years already numbered six hundred. Now Noah was warned that a great flood was to come, which would pour down from the clouds and drown the whole earth. He straightway told his neighbors what was to happen, but they refused to believe, and scoffed at him, and said: "Let it rain." BUILDING THE ARK: Then Noah went his way, and set to work to build him a great ship, to be ready for the day of ...

"The Story of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith" by E. Boyd Smith is a captivating retelling of the legendary tale of Pocahontas, the Native American woman who played a crucial role in the early interactions between Native Americans and English settlers. The narrative explores the themes of bravery, cultural exchange, and the complexities of love and loyalty. Through vivid illustrations and engaging prose, Smith brings to life the historical context of the early 17th century, highlighting ...

Noah's Righteousness: God sees the wickedness of humanity and decides to cleanse the Earth with a great flood. However, Noah, a righteous man, is chosen by God to build an ark to save himself, his family, and pairs of every animal species.Building the Ark: Noah follows God's instructions to construct a massive ark, a task that takes many years. Throughout this time, Noah and his family are ridiculed by their neighbors, who do not believe in the coming flood.Gathering the Animals: Once the ...

Seashore Exploration: Bob and Betty embark on a series of adventures at the seashore, discovering and learning about different aspects of coastal and marine environments.Educational Content: The book provides educational information about the seashore, including details about various sea creatures, coastal plants, and the natural processes of the marine environment.Adventures and Lessons: Through their interactions with Captain Hawes and their explorations, Bob and Betty learn valuable les...

THE WARNING! In the early days of the world lived the patriarch Noah, a good and venerable man whose years already numbered six hundred. Now Noah was warned that a great flood was to come, which would pour down from the clouds and drown the whole earth. He straightway told his neighbors what was to happen, but they refused to believe, and scoffed at him, and said: "Let it rain." BUILDING THE ARK: Then Noah went his way, and set to work to build him a great ship, to be ready for the day of ...

E. Boyd Smith's "The Story of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith" masterfully intertwines historical narrative with vivid illustration, providing readers with an engaging perspective on two iconic figures of early American history. Written in a style that balances accessible prose with rich details, the book captures the intrigue and romance associated with Pocahontas's legendary rescue of John Smith, set against the backdrop of early colonial America. The narrative not only recounts pivota...

The Story of Noah's Ark written by writter and illustrator E. Boyd Smith. This book is one of many works by him. It has already published in 1905. And now republish in ebook format. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the...

Long, long ago, when the Indians owned the land, there lived in Virginia, near the river afterwards called the James, a little girl, the Princess Pocahontas, daughter of the great chief Powhatan.Pocahontas was her father's favorite child, and the pet of the whole tribe; even the fierce warriors loved her sunny ways.She was a child of nature, and the birds trusted her and came at her call. She knew their songs, and where they built their nests. So she roamed the woods, and lea...

Long, long ago, when the Indians owned the land, there lived in Virginia, near the river afterwards called the James, a little girl, the Princess Pocahontas, daughter of the great chief Powhatan. Pocahontas was her father's favorite child, and the pet of the whole tribe; even the fierce warriors loved her sunny ways. She was a child of nature, and the birds trusted her and came at her call. She knew their songs, and where they built their nests. So she roamed the woods, and learned the way...

THE WARNING!In the early days of the world lived the patriarch Noah, a good and venerable man whose years already numbered six hundred.Now Noah was warned that a great flood was to come, which would pour down from the clouds and drown the whole earth. He straightway told his neighbors what was to happen, but they refused to believe, and scoffed at him, and said: "Let it rain."BUILDING THE ARK:Then Noah went his way, and set to work to build him a great ship, to...

"This is the Story of Sinopah, a Blackfoot Indian boy; he who afterward became the great chief Pitamakan, or, as we say, the Running Eagle. I knew Pitamakan well; also, his white friend and partner in many adventures, Thomas Fox. Both were my friends; they talked to me much about their boyhood days, so you may know that this is a true story." Contents: Sinopah gets his Name Sinopah and Sinopah Sinopah and his Playfellows Sinopah's Escape from the Buffalo The Clay Toys The Story of Scarface...