Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Chronicles Of Avonlea, In Which Anne Shirley Of Green Gables And Avonlea Plays Some Part

Literature & Fiction

Montgomery., L. M.

Contemporary

Read & Co. Children's

A Child's Dream of a Star

Children's Books

DICKENS., CHARLES

THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER . Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Prince and the Pauper

TWAIN,MARK

Humor & Satire

Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens reveals the magical life of the boy who wouldn’t grow up when he is yet to meet Wendy Darling. J. M. Barrie’s treasured character embarks on his earliest adventures in this charming children’s novel. 
Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn’t grow up, is one of the most beloved characters in children’s literature. Long before his escapades with pirates, mermaids, and Lost Boys, he first appeared in our storybooks as a small baby. Escaping from his family home, Peter lives with the birds and fairies in the magical depths of London’s Kensington Gardens. An ever curious and daring child, he explores the fascinating world around him, learning how to fly with his fairy friends. This wondrous tale captures the innocence and imagination of childhood. 
First published in 1906, most of the text in Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens was originally published in J. M. Barrie’s novel The Little White Bird (1902). Over a century later, this magical read is still loved by people of all ages.

The Legacy of Neverland - Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens: A Magical Adventure in London's Royal Park

BARRIE, J.M.

Action & Adventure

This early, extensively illustrated works is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Legacy of Neverland - Peter Pan and Wendy: A Story for All Ages

Rainbow Valley (Anne of Green Gables)

Rainbow Valley' is the seventh book in the 'Anne of Green Gables' series. Anne Shirley has now been married to Gilbert Blythe for 15 years, and the couple have six children. The new minister has arrived in Glen St. Mary along with his four children. The children cause mischief and scandal amongst the townsfolk. Only the Blythes know of their loyalty and kindness and help them to see the error in their ways. This early work by Lucy Maud Montgomery was originally published in 1919 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled 'Anne of Green Gables'. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name. Montgomery died in Toronto on 24th April 1942.

Teen & Young Adult

Montgomery, L. M. M.

Rilla of Ingleside' is the eighth book in the 'Anne of Green Gables' series. Anne's daughter, fourteen year old Rilla, can think of little else but day dreaming of her first dance and hoping for her first kiss. However, everything changes at Ingleside when Rilla's brothers go off to fight in the 'Great War' and she comes across an orphaned child that requires care and a loving home. This early work by Lucy Maud Montgomery was originally published in 1921 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. Lucy Maud Montgomery was born on 30th November 1874, New London, in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. Her mother, Clara Woolner (Macneil), died before Lucy reached the age of two and so she was raised by her maternal grandparents in a family of wealthy Scottish immigrants. In 1908 Montgomery produced her first full-length novel, titled 'Anne of Green Gables'. It was an instant success, and following it up with several sequels, Montgomery became a regular on the best-seller list and an international household name. Montgomery died in Toronto on 24th April 1942.

Rilla of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables)

Edith Nesbit's “The Book of Dragons” is a collection of eight children's stories linked through the common theme of dragons. Edith Nesbit (1858 – 1924) was an English poet and author. She is perhaps best remembered for her children's literature, publishing more than 60 such books under the name E. Nesbit. She was also a political activist and co-founded the Fabian Society, which had a significant influence on the Labour Party and British politics in general. Contents include: “The Book of Beasts”, “Uncle James, or The Purple Stranger”, “The Deliverers of Their Country”, “The Ice Dragon, or Do as You Are Told”, “The Island of the Nine Whirlpools”, “The Dragon Tamers”, “The Fiery Dragon, or The Heart of Stone and the Heart of Gold”, and “Kind Little Edmund, or The Caves and the Cockatrice”. These fantastical tales would make for perfect bedtime reading material and are deserving of a place on any family bookshelf. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

The Book of Dragons

NESBIT, E.

Animals

"The Wouldbegoods" from Edith Nesbit. English author and poet (1858-1924).

The Wouldbegoods (The Bastable Series)

Further Chronicles of Avonlea: Which Have to do with Many Personalities and Events in and About Avonlea, The Home of the Heroine of Green Gables, Including Tales of Aunt Cynthia (Anne of Green Gables)

This antiquarian volume contains a collection of short stories by L. M. Montgomery, and constitutes a sequel to the "Chronicles of Avonlea". It contains numerous stories relating to the inhabitants of the fictional Canadian town of Avonlea and its surrounding region, one of which stars and is narrated by Anne Shirley, a character from one of Montgomery's previous works. This lovely collection is a veritable must-read for fans and collectors of Montgomery's work, and it would make for a worthy addition to any bookshelf. The chapters of this text include: "Aunt Cynthia's Persian Cat", "The Materializing of Cecil", "Her Father's Daughter", "Jane's Baby", "The Dream-Child", "The Brother Who Failed", "The Return of Hester", "The Little Brown Book of Miss Emily", "Sara's Way", "The Son of this Mother", etcetera. We are republishing this antiquarian book now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Short Stories & Anthologies

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