forgotten fairy tales of hope and happiness sebag montefiore mary

This heartwarming collection of fairy tales celebrates the power of hope, and gently encourages questions about what happiness really means. Meet a brave princess who brings happiness to her kingdom by forging her own path, two children on a quest to discover the meaning of happiness, and a magician's daughter who discovers the power of positivity. Featuring diverse, inspiring and empowering characters, each story centers around a celebration of hope and happiness. Beautifully illustrated throughout, these seven stories have been re-imagined to inspire a new generation of readers. Chapters in this book include:- Introduction- The Last Dragon (based on 'The Last of the Dragons' by Edith Nesbit)- The Magic Weather Boy (adapted from 'Fairies Afield' by Mary Louisa Molesworth)- The Bluebird of Happiness (adapted from 'The Blue Bird' a children's play by Maurice Maeterlinck)- The Magician's Daughter (adapted from 'The Spell of the Magician's Daughter' by Evelyn Sharp)- The Wanderings of Caspian (based on Mary De Morgan's fairy tale of the same name)- The Badly Behaved Princess (inspired by 'The Magic Medicine' by Denis Mackail)- Where the Rainbow Ends (adapted from a children's play, by Emilie Mills and John Ramsey)- The Stories and their Writers

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Forgotten Fairy Tales of Kindness and Courage breathes new life into a collection of once much-loved, now forgotten tales, beautifully retold by Mary Sebag-Montefiore. A disabled prince fights for his kingdom, and learns the importance of understanding others. A princess finds the courage to rescue her friend from goblins. A girl steps into the world of a book, only to find what it means to be herself. Full of magic and enchantment, these stories celebrate kindness, courage and the importance of being true to yourself. With a foreword by Dr Zoe Williams, NHS GP, TV presenter and health educator. Chapters in this book include:- Foreword (Dr. Zoe Williams)- The Prince in the Tower (based on a book by Dinah Craik)- The Cuckoo Clock (Mary Molesworth, who wrote it under the pen name, Ennis Graham)- The Girl in the Book (Maud Stawell)- The Princess and the Goblins (George MacDonald)- The Water Babies (Charles Kingsley)- Amelia and the Elves (Juliana Ewing)- The Ruby Ring (Mary Molesworth)- About the Stories- Afterword from the Editors

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Discover seven beautifully-illustrated fairy tales that celebrate family, in all its forms, and the joy friendship brings. Meet Lizzie, who outwits goblins to save her sister, and best friends, Freddie and Jack, who overcome a witch. Discover an enchanted toy shop, an elfin grove and a world beneath the waves. This collection brings to life some of the most important parts of childhood with tenderness, beauty and a timeless magic. A wonderful gift book with gorgeous illustrations in hardback edition. Chapters in this book include:- Land and Sea (adapted from a poem by Matthew Arnold called The Forsaken Merman)- Best Friends (adapted from a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm)- Goblin Market (adapted from a poem of the same name by Christina Rossetti)- Sanjay and the Very Satisfactory Magic (adapted from The Aunt and Amabel by Edith Nesbit)- The Toy Princess (adapted from a fairy tale by Mary de Morgan)- The Beekeeper and the Hare (adapted from a folk tale from the Highlands of Scotland)- The Elfin Grove (adapted from a fairy tale 'Die Elfen' by the German writer Ludwig Tieck)- The Stories and their Writers- Afterword from the Editor

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Once known, now largely forgotten, these empowering fairy tales have been brought together to inspire a new generation of readers. Discover heroines who outwit giants, fight evil, awaken sleeping princes and, of course, live happily ever after. With a foreword by Kate Pankhurst, author of Fantastically Great Women who Changed the World.

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It is the unlikely heroes in stories that are sometimes the most inspiring of all. Stories about someone small, and seemingly unimportant or overlooked, who ends up being the one to stand tall. This collection of seven fairy tales, once much loved, now forgotten, breathes new life into old tales: a farm girl outwits an ogre, an old man wins fame for his kindness, while a girl discovers that what makes her different is also what makes her so special. This magical collection will bring inspiration to a new generation of readers and act as a reminder that anyone, no matter how small, can make a difference. Chapters in this book include:-East of the Sun, West of the Moon (based on a Norwegian fairy tale, first collected by Peter Christen Asbjornsen and Jorgen Moe)-The Enchanted Forest (based on an Estonian tale, collected by Andrew and Nora Lang and included in "The Violet Fairy Tale Book", as "A Tale of the Tontlawald")-Tatterhood (based on a Norwegian fairy tale collected by Peter Christen Asbjornsen and Jorgen Moe)-The Bag of Dreams (from a book called "The House with the Twisting Passage" by Marion St. John Webb, first published in 1922)-Eagleboy (adapted from "The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Emotionally shattered, a soldier slowly repairs her life in the picturesque town of Perfect, Indiana…Cory Marcel worked tirelessly over eight grueling years to develop a successful military career. After her commanding officer violently assaulted her, she lost everything—especially her trust in people. Despite the emotional damage threatening to sink her, Cory agrees to accept a new job at a furniture store in Perfect—a job that could offer the fragile brunette the chance to start over. Ted Lovejoy cofounded Langford & Lovejoy Heritage Furniture, but lately he feels like an outsider in his own business. When he meets Cory, Ted realizes his company can do more than just build furniture—it can also help rebuild lives. He longs to help Cory recover from her pain, yet every time he gets too close to her heart, she pushes him away. While Cory can’t resist her attraction to Ted, she fears the demons haunting her will drag down both of them. Could this kind, soft-spoken man help her finally bury the past…and unlock a future full of hope and happiness?

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Welcome to Castle Deverill, and the incredible sweeping story of love and family from bestselling author Santa Montefiore.Their lives were mapped out ahead of them. But love and war will change everything…Castle Deverill, nestled in the rolling Irish hills, is home to three very different women: flame-haired Kitty Deverill, her best friend and daughter of the castle’s cook, Bridie Doyle, and her flamboyant English cousin, Celia Deverill. When war breaks out, their lives will change forever. Wrenched apart by betrayal and swept to different parts of the globe, their friendship will be tested a thousand times over. But one bond will keep them together forever: their fierce and unwavering longing for Castle Deverill and all the memories contained within it. Fall in love with beloved bestselling author Santa Montefiore's epic tale of romance, secrets, family and friendship with this, the first novel in the beloved Deverill Chronicles, perfect for everyone who loves Jojo Moyes, Rosamund Pilcher and Victoria Hislop. ***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Johanna Spyri's Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence, with clear, engaging text and stunning original illustrations.

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The Cuthberts of Green Gables asked for a boy from the orphanage to help them out around the farm, so they are rather surprised when a talkative, red-headed little girl steps off the train to meet them.

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From the author of Dunkirk: Fight to the Last Man and Enigma: The Battle for the Code, a deep dive into the Second World War’s maritime epic in the Arctic.In a reconfiguration of recent events in Ukraine, it is 1941, and Russia has been invaded. The terms of the new alliance were that Western nations would ship urgently needed war materials to Russia via the shortest but most dangerous route: sailing north of the Arctic Circle while being hunted by U-boats, the Luftwaffe, and a surface fleet spearheaded by Tirpitz and Scharnhorst. This endeavour was called the Arctic convoys.Battle of the Arctic is about the conflict and naval battles that unfolded while Allied naval and merchant seamen, airmen, submariners, soldiers and intelligence officers delivered on this wartime commitment to Russia from 1941-45, passing through terrific storms, snow, ice and Arctic mirages. When ships went down in seas so cold that a man could die after just five minutes of immersion, it triggered events reminiscent of the do-or-die moments during the sinking of the Titanic. As is shown in this description, the aftermath of such incidents was harrowing. Men perished one by one in lifeboats, and as castaways on deserted Arctic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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No campaign during World War Two contained more spinetingling drama, outstanding courage and heartbreaking tragedy than the Arctic convoys. Yet they - and the multifaceted Battle of the Arctic that had to be fought to get them through to Russia - remain one of the war's most undercelebrated feats.

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Do Jane Austen novels truly celebrate—or undermine—romance and happy endings?How did Jane Austen become a cultural icon for fairy-tale endings when her own books end in ways that are rushed, ironic, and reluctant to satisfy readers'' thirst for romance? In Jane Austen and the Price of Happiness, Austen scholar Inger Sigrun Bredkjær Brodey journeys through the iconic novelist''s books in the first full-length study of Austen''s endings. Through a careful exploration of Austen''s own writings and those of the authors she read during her lifetime—as well as recent cultural reception and adaptations of her novels—Brodey examines the contradictions that surround this queen of romance.Brodey argues that Austen''s surprising choices in her endings are an essential aspect of the writer''s own sense of the novel and its purpose. Austen''s fiercely independent and deeply humanistic ideals led her to develop a style of ending all her own. Writing in a culture that set a monetary value on success in marriage and equated matrimony with happiness, Austen questions these cultural norms and makes her readers work for their comic conclusions, carefully anticipating and shaping her readers'' emotional involvement in her novels. Providing innovative and engaging readings of Austen''s novels, Jane Austen and the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A long time ago, in the enchanted fairy tale world, there were fairies, evils, devils, and angels. Princess Charming, wicked snow queens and ice maidens, a girl as little as a thumb, and a mermaid from the forest and the hills of the identical fairy world. The classic and timeless novel, Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales, with their memorable characters, usual themes, fanciful humor, wisdom, and morals, have been enjoyed by adults and children alike. The tales have been transformed into more than one hundred languages and have undergone diverse alterations over the decades. Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales are like splendid jewels, eliciting from us gasps of gratitude and delight. Writing at the core of a Europe-wide revival of national literature, Anderson broke new ground with his fairy tales in two significant ways. He primarily gathered them in the indigenous language, mimicking the language he used to teach them to children loudly. Second, he determined his tales in his own time and land, giving rise to his loving descriptions of the Danish country. In contrast to such sociologists, as the Brothers Grimm, Anderson's tales are premised on reality and often concentrate on the importance of overlooked or small things.

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This beautifully illustrated collection contains all of Jane Austen’s novels retold for young readers, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Northanger Abbey and Mansfield Park, with notes on the characters and quotations from the original text. With links to websites to find out more about Jane Austen’s life and times.

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Follow Alice and the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole and join in with their madcap adventures. Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this retelling of Lewis Carroll's enduring and popular nonsensical tale is ideal for newly independent readers.

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A brand new addition to "Usborne Young Reading Series 2", aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, building confidence and ability. "The Railway Children" is a re-telling of the beloved E. Nesbitt story following the story of three children growing up after their father is wrongly accused of spying.

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A retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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A poignant and moving retelling of Anna Sewell's classic novel, which follows the story of Black Beauty - the brave and noble horse that overcomes danger and cruelty to eventually find a loving home. It is illustrated by Alan Marks. Young readers will like this edition. This series is designed to encourage independent reading.

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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR A stunning story of loss, love and a moment that changed everything . . .1958 Celestria, the charismatic daughter of an aristocratic family, lives in Pendrift Hall, a pale stone mansion with gardens that tumble down to the Cornish sea. It is summer and the weeks ahead hold the promise of self-discovery and the thrilling possibility of elicit love affairs. Yet tragedy erupts in paradise when one of the family vanishes. A mysterious note is left behind with the words: ‘Forgive Me’. Soon Celestria is pulled along a trail of deception, masquerades and mirrors. It will lead her from her idyllic life on the English coast to the orange groves of Southern Italy. It will also lead her to love . . .***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA MANNING ‘One of our personal favourites’ THE TIMES on The Last Secret of the Deverills ‘Accomplished and poetic’ Daily Mail ‘Santa Montefiore is a marvel’ Sunday Express

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FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR A sweeping story of love that stretches across the years The war has ended and Rita Fairweather is waiting for George Bolton, her childhood sweetheart, to return home to Devon. She wants their future to be a continuing reassurance of their past. But George comes back as a man changed by the horrors he has experienced. Unable to settle back into a small-town life, George decides to travel to Argentina. And Rita promises to wait. But George faces irresistible temptation and an agonising choice. As the years pass, Rita keeps her word... but how long should she wait for the love of her life?***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA MANNING ‘One of our personal favourites’ THE TIMES on The Last Secret of the Deverills ‘Accomplished and poetic’ Daily Mail ‘Santa Montefiore is a marvel’ Sunday Express

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Who wouldn't want to spend their days simply messing about on the river? Follow Mole on his adventures with his new friends, dreamy Ratty, wise Badger and the infamous Mr. Toad, as they venture into the Wild Wood and battle stoats and weasels to recapture Toad Hall.

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This is a compendium of the Brothers Grimm's most beloved fairy tales, newly translated and accompanied by an array of vintage illustrations. This book brings together twenty-seven of the most beloved of the famous Grimms' fairy tales, including all the classics, such as `Cinderella`, `Snow White`, `Sleeping Beauty`, and `Hansel and Gretel` in an all-new translation specially commissioned for this publication. Containing a painstakingly-researched selection of illustrations by some of the most famous illustrators from the 1820s to the 1950s-including golden age legend Kay Nielsen, bestselling author Gustaf Tenggren, British darlings Walter Crane and Arthur Rackham, and giants of nineteenth century German illustration Gustav Sus, Heinrich Leutemann, and Viktor Paul Mohn, as well as many new discoveries-this compilation also includes beautiful silhouettes culled from original publications from the 1870s and 1920s that run throughout the entire layout. Interlaced in the book are also dozens of entirely new silhouettes designed and created especially for this book. In addition to the tales, the book also includes an introduction to the Grimms' legacy, brief introductory texts for each tale, and extended artists' biographies in the appendix. For adults and children alike, this classic addition to any library brings to life the never-ending magic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Oscar Wilde''s fairy tales are some of his most elegant and charming pieces of writing. He produced two books of fairy tales -- THE HAPPY PRINCE AND OTHER TALES, and A HOUSE OF POMEGRANATES . They''ve rarely been collected in one volume -- and never with stunning artwork by Yuko Shimizu (THE UNWRITTEN, BARBED WIRE BASEBALL, A WILD SWAN), one of the modern masters of illustration and graphic art. Wilde''s original fairy tales are moving, sweet, sad and magical -- much like Yuko''s artwork. Yuko is one of the most celebrated and admired editorial illustrators in the world, and her work is perfectly aligned with Wilde''s witty, rueful voice. The edition also features an original introduction by the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Michael Cunningham.Illuminated Editions is a series of works of classic fiction, prose, and poetry, beautifully designed and lavishly illustrated in exquisitely produced small-batch editions. These volumes intend to harken back to the lovingly crafted, handsomely bound illustrated books of the Victorian era and the golden age of illustration, re-imagined using modern design sensibilities and the most modern techniques in presentation, book-craft, and printing. Each cloth-bound volume in this series is presented in a die-cut slipcase, printed on high ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Enter a world in which magic exists, hope wins and every woman’s heart is alive with courage!This global feast of ancient tales features valiant women overcoming every kind of obstacle and danger to fulfil their destinies. Travel through Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and the Pacific. Shudder, cheer and laugh out loud as the heroines deal with trolls, faeries, dragons and ghosts; admire their knowledge, wit and cunning; marvel at shapeshifting and other manifestations of the supernatural.A rich collection of fairy tales, beautifully illustrated throughout with Joe McClaren woodcuts, this book is stitched together like a series of Scheherazade stories. It is story-telling at its best, pitch perfect fairy tales of fearless women for readers everywhere.

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The world of fairy tales is one that we all love to enter. Many of these stories had been told for centuries, delighting children and adults alike with their mixture of magic, mystery, and truths older even than the stories themselves. Here twenty best-loved tales by the famous German storytellers, the Brothers Grimm, are retold for the enjoyment of children today. As well as many old favourites, other tales of magic and enchantment are included, such as The Musicians Bremen, Hans the Hedgehog, and Clever Elsie. Neil Philip’s retelling tries to capture some of the immediacy and sparkle of the living storyteller’s voice. The language is fresh and direct, and the pace is lively. Isabelle Brent’s detailed illustrations decorate the pages beautifully.

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When Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their Children's and Household Tales in 1812, followed by a second volume in 1815, they had no idea that such stories as "Rapunzel," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Cinderella" would become the most celebrated in the world. Yet few people today are familiar with the majority of tales from the two early volumes, sinc

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FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHORLose yourself in the sun-drenched hills of the Amalfi coast with bestselling author of Songs of Love and War, Santa Montefiore...Gianluca has to admit his life is empty so, in search of serenity and a deeper purpose to his existence, he flees to Italy, to the magical Palazzo Montelimone, lovingly restored by his parents, to assess his future.But life on the sun-drenched Amalfi coast is not as peaceful as Luca anticipates. The palazzo is filled with his mother's eccentric friends and haunted by the ghosts of its murderous past.He meets a woman whose dark eyes are heavy with sorrow and a solemn little boy with an incredible secret.As he begins to unravel a mystery that has its roots in a long-ago act of violence, Luca is forced to face his greatest fear in exchange for the greatest truth.***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA MANNING ‘One of our personal favourites’ THE TIMES on The Last Secret of the Deverills‘Accomplished and poetic’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Monsters, mystery, and magic abound in this stunning, illustrated collection of original fairy tales from the World of Warcraft universe, as told by an all-star cast of bestselling, award-winning storytellers.

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Kniha - autor Oscar Wilde, 218 stran, anglicky, Brožovaná bez přebalu matná - autor Oscar Wilde, 218 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Published here alongside their evocative original illustrations, these fairy tales by the celebrated playwright and poet include "The Happy Prince and Other Tales" and "A House of Pomegranates." Revised reissue.

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The enchanting novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Santa MontefioreMy curiosity is aroused. I realise, to my shame, that I know nothing about my mother, nothing at all... nothing of her growing up, of the struggles and hardships she endures. I know nothing of her parents, her siblings, and of her home. My mother is gone. And there is no one left to tell her story. Determined to fulfil her mother’s last wish, Faye travels to the picturesque village of Ballinakelly to scatter her ashes on the hills overlooking the sea in a remote corner of Ireland. In searching for answers about her mother’s past, will Faye’s own future become clear?***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA MANNING ‘One of our personal favourites’ THE TIMES on The Last Secret of the Deverills ‘Accomplished and poetic’ Daily Mail ‘Santa Montefiore is a marvel’ Sunday Express

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FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR...A holiday read with heart and soul that will last a lifetime. Antoinette's world has fallen apart: her husband, the man she has loved for as long as she can remember, has died tragically in an accident. He was her rock, the man she turned to for love and support, the man she knew better than she knew herself. Or at least so she thought… For as she arrives at the familiar old stone church for George's funeral, she sees a woman she has never met before. Phaedra loved George too, and she could not bear to stay away from his funeral. But as she sits before his wife, she knows that what she is about to reveal will change all their lives forever. This book is published in the US under the title The Girl From Paris***PRAISE FOR SANTA MONTEFIORE*** ‘Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore’ JOJO MOYES ‘An enchanting read overflowing with deliciously poignant moments’ DINAH JEFFERIES on Songs of Love and War ‘Santa Montefiore hits the spot for my like few other writers’ SARRA MANNING ‘One of our personal favourites’ THE TIMES on The Last Secret of the Deverills ‘Accomplished and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In this new edition, which contains all of Wilde's fairy tales, his rich prose is evoked beautifully with the sumptuous, intricate work of artist Isabelle Brent, and an introduction by folklorist Neil Philip.

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Letters of Hope and Wisdom for Brain Injury Survivors: Thoughts from a Counselor offers a personal, informal and spiritual perspective on how to manage the multiple issues related to brain injury. Written by a counsellor who draws on first hand experiential testimonies and insights, each chapter offers a personal letter to the survivor addressing the various issues stemming from a brain injury, along with practical applications suggested for recovery.The book offers a general overview of brain injury and how each part of the brain may be affected. Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, fear, post-traumatic stress, and grief are described from the perspectives of both the survivor and the family members, and the book also includes strategies on improving self-esteem and gaining new purpose after a brain injury. Additionally, practical coping skills are explained such as how to deal with sensory overload, adjusting the pace of life, and managing family events. Each chapter also offers a homework section that gives the reader additional exercises to complete.It is valuable reading for brain injured survivors seeking holistic wellbeing, and their family members to help them navigate what lies before them. It also serves as an additional source of therapy for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The original vision of Grimms' tales in English for the first time

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In eighteenth century France, Charles Perrault rescued from the oral tradition fairy tales that are known and loved even today by virtually all children in the West. Angela Carter came across Perrault''s work and set out to adapt the stories for modern readers of English. In breathing new life into these classic fables, she produced versions that live on as classics in their own right, marked as much by her signature wit, irony, and subversiveness as they are by the qualities that have made them universally appealing for centuries.

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A brave princess goes on an epic quest. Surviving the terrible dangers of a forest that no man is brave enough to enter she reaches an enchanted castle with a sleeping prince... Based on an old Spanish folktale, this is an entertaining and inspiring tale about how the stories you tell about yourself can change your life.

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A joyous short story collection by and about Muslims, edited by New York Times bestselling authors Aisha Saeed and William C. Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali, Once Upon an Eid showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid!Multiple starred reviews: “Thoughtful and uplifting.” ―Kirkus *** “A stimulating, celebratory read.” ―Publishers Weekly *** “A joyous title that radiates love.” ―School Library Journal Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Jubilant and filled with heart, Once Upon an Eid will bring joy to families during holidays and all year round. Maybe it’s waking up to the sound of frying samosas or the comfort of bean pie, maybe it’s the pleasure of putting on a new outfit for Eid prayers, or maybe it’s the gift-giving and holiday parties to come that day. Whatever it may be, for those who cherish this day of celebration, the emotional responses may be summed up in another short and sweet word: joy. The anthology includes a poem, a graphic-novel chapter, and illustrations. The list of Once Upon an Eid contributors includes: G. Willow Wilson (Alif the Unseen, Ms. Marvel)Hena ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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“This delightful book is filled with fascinating and enchanting folklore and histories of both coast and sea. Even if you are not a coastal dweller, you will find magic and wonder in some of England''s oldest and strangest tales. A lovely read.” - Annie WorsleyEngland is a maritime nation. Our folklore and history are scattered with tall tales of the high seas, mysteries of the unknown world beneath the ocean surface, and the coast where human life meets the salt sea.This book is a collection of traditional folk tales from the coasts and seas of England, retold with a contemporary twist by Lisa Schneidau. Within these pages you’ll find magic and monsters, sailor heroes and ghost ships, and even mermaids and shapeshifters.Immerse yourself in these sea stories and let the current of England’s mysterious ocean world sweep you away.

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‘Tom’s new anthology contains a “wide pantheon of supernatural beings, from the dangerous Blue Men of the Minth and the jealous mermaid of Caithness to the gentle selkie folk who live between two worlds” in stories harvested from the coastlines, lochs and islands of his native lead.’ - Coast magazine Book of the MonthScotland has over 11,600 miles of coastline, so it’s no surprise that the sea and shore have been inspiring folk tales for millennia.In Scottish Folk Tales of Coast and Sea, Orkney storyteller Tom Muir weaves tales from this lore-steeped shoreline, finding selkie folk, pirates and even the devil in the liminal space between land and sea. Learn how death was captured in a nut, how a mermaid wreaked her revenge and how whirlpools were created. Discover a land beneath the waves, the mysterious island of Tir-nan-Og and a chorus of demon cats – but beware the most grotesque monster of them all, the hideous Nuckelavee.

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This large deluxe hardback edition presents the classic short stories of Edgar Allan Poe, featuring striking sprayed edges, gold-embossed cover design and acclaimed illustrations by art nouveau artist Harry Clarke.Edgar Allan Poe was a master of horror literature. While underappreciated in his time, Poe is now recognized as a literary genius whose gothic tales continue to intrigue and entrance. Tales of Mystery and the Imagination brings together his most haunting and celebrated short stories, including ''The Fall of the House of Usher'', ''The Murders in the Rue Morgue'' and ''The Cask of Amontillado''. Prefaced by Poe specialist Dr Brook Haley, these tales of murder, madness and suspense are testament to Poe''s talent.This beautiful gift edition features sprayed page edges, gold embossing, ivory paper, beautiful endpapers and 27 full-page illustrations by celebrated Irish art nouveau artist Harry Clarke, whose striking and fantastical images perfectly capture the spirit of Poe''s uncanny tales. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Epic Classics brings together stunning hardback gift editions of classic works, presented with striking illustrated page edges and illustrated throughout by such greats as Gustave Doré and Harry Clarke.

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This collection of mystery and horror stories is regarded as Japan''s answer to Edgar Allan Poe. Japanese Tales of Mystery & Imagination, the first volume of its kind translated into English, is written with the quick tempo of the West but rich with the fantasy of the East. These nine bloodcurdling, chilling tales present a genre of literature largely unknown to readers outside Japan, including the strange story of a quadruple amputee and his perverse wife; the record of a man who creates a mysterious chamber of mirrors and discovers hidden pleasures within; the morbid confession of a maniac who envisions a career of foolproof "psychological" murders; and the bizarre tale of a chair-maker who buries himself inside an armchair and enjoys the sordid "loves" of the women who sit on his handiwork. Lucid and packed with suspense, Edogawa Rampo''s stories found in Japanese Tales of Mystery & Imagination have enthralled Japanese readers for over half a century.Mystery stories include:The Human ChairThe CaterpillarTwo Crippled MenThe Traveler with the Pasted Rag Picture

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Shortlisted for the Authors’ Club Best First Novel Award‘A therapeutic dose of high-strength emotion’ GUARDIAN*JOANNA GLEN''S LATEST NOVEL MAYBE, PERHAPS, POSSIBLY IS OUT NOW*Augusta Hope has never felt like she fits in.At six, she’s memorising the dictionary. At seven, she’s correcting her teachers. At eight, she spins the globe and picks her favourite country on the sound of its name: Burundi.And now that she''s an adult, Augusta has no interest in the goings-on of the small town where she lives with her parents and her beloved twin sister, Julia.When an unspeakable tragedy upends everything in Augusta''s life, she''s propelled headfirst into the unknown. She''s determined to find where she belongs – but what if her true home, and heart, are half a world away?‘It’s going to be all over every book club in Britain before you can say Burundi’THE TIMES‘Full of the reality of hope and despair in everyone’s lives’ MIRANDA HART‘This gem of a novel entertains and moves in equal measure’ DAILY MAIL‘Keep the tissues close’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING ‘An irresistible message of redemption and belonging’ RED magazine‘Heartening and hopeful’ JESS KIDD, author of Things in Jars‘Mesmerizingly beautiful’ SARAH HAYWOOD, author of The Cactus‘An extraordinary masterpiece’ ANSTEY HARRIS, author of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Tales of Mystery and Horror is an excellent set of short stories ranging from unsolvable mysteries, dark comedy, to gothic horror and tales of the supernatural. It takes the reader on a journey of shady lands, wild imagination, and suspenseful plots. Famous tales like The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat, and The Gold-Bug are a part of this spooky collection. Pick up this beautifully illustrated book to experience the thrilling world of fables and intrigue.

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Edgar Allan Poe's classic tales of horror are presented here in a striking jacketed hardback edition with new full-colour illustrations by Gaby Verdooren.More than 175 years after his death the stories of Edgar Allan Poe continue to intrigue and entrance. Master of the fantastic and the macabre, Poe takes readers on a journey beyond the limits of the imagination to realms where anything is possible.This fascinating collection brings together 16 of Poe's classic short stories, from the gothic horror of the "The Tell-Tale Heart," to the enticing murder mystery, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," and other works such as "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Pit and the Pendulum," and "The Black Cat."This jacketed hardback edition features 20 newly commissioned full-colour illustrations by Gaby Verdooren. Whether you're approaching Poe's tales for the first time, or want to experience them afresh with new illustrations, this collectible edition is perfect for any lover of classic literature.

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This beautifully hardback anthology presents a thrilling collection of 31 myths and folk tales with inspiring heroines at their centre, featuring breath-taking, full-colour illustrations by artist Khoa Le. Discover legends and folktales in which mighty goddesses shape the world and spirited heroines seize control of their own destinies. This collection brings together stories from different countries and cultures - from earth-shaking battles of mythical beings to human sagas of bravery, quick wits, and kindness. Readers will be transported to faraway lands and ancient times - including the dawn of life itself! Tales include:• Freyja''s Necklace (Norse)• Amaterasu and the Cave (Japanese)• Pandora and the Jar (Greek)• Pele Fights with her Sister (Hawaiian)• Isis Discovers the Name of Ra (Egyptian)These stories showcases narratives that celebrate strong, independent women. They run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. In reading these stories, young readers will become inspired to smash stereotypes, fight for what''s right and unleash their own inner strength. This compendium is sure to inspire readers aged 7+.

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Most people want to be successful in life. And of course, everyone wants to be happy. When it comes to the pursuit of success and happiness, most people assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and once you become successful, then you''ll be happy. The only problem is that a decade of cutting-edge research in the field of positive psychology has proven that this formula is backwards. Success does not beget happiness.Based on the largest study ever conducted on happiness and human potential (a survey conducted by the author of more than 1,600 students), Harvard lecturer Shawn Achor shares seven core principles of positive psychology that each one of us can use to improve our performance, grow our careers, and gain a competitive edge at work. He reveals how happiness actually fuels success and performance, not the other way around. Why? Because when we are happier and more positive we are more engaged, creative, resilient to stress, and productive. The Happiness Advantage will appeal to anyone who wants practical advice on how to become happier and also more successful.

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Over a hundred gripping tales - of murder and mystery, ghosts and ghouls, body-snatching and witch-burning - reveal the darker side of genteel Edinburgh''s history. Ghostly Tales and Sinister Stories is a highly readable collection, fully illustrated throughout and compiled by the three historians who operate Mercat Tours. Since 1984, thousands of visitors have enjoyed their nightly rounds of the closes and wynds of Edinburgh''s Old Town. Now you can read of the macabre exploits of the city''s infamous villains - Deacon Brodie, Burke and Hare, Major Weir, Agnes Fynnie and a host of others - which bring this ancient city intriguingly to life.

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A beautiful anthology for animal lovers of ten folk tales, beautifully retold for a new generation of readers. Discover how Anansi the spider brought stories to the world, how trickster Coyote stole fire and follow a heroic wolf who helps a prince find a firebird. Full of magic and wonder, these tales will take you around the world, from desolate mountains and winter forests to lush jungles, meeting brave and inspiring animals along the way. Chapters in this book include:- Introduction- Anansi Brings Stories to the World (This story comes from the Ashanti people of Ghana)- The Elephants and the Mice (This tale comes from India)- The Firebird and the Silver Wolf (This story comes from Russia)- Metin, Miray and the Bear (This story comes from Eastern Turkey)- The Great Race (This ancient tale comes from China)- Chanticleer (This story dates back to the Middle Ages and was originally from Northern France or Flanders - now in Belgium)- Coyote Brings Fire to the People (This tale comes from the Shoshone and Karok (Karuk) tribes from North America)- The Quick-Thinking Hare (This story comes from Tibet)- The Song of the Armadillo (This folk tale comes from the Andes Mountains of South ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Designed to appeal to the book lover, the Macmillan Collector''s Library is a series of beautifully bound pocket-sized gift editions of much loved classic titles. Bound in real cloth, printed on high quality paper, and featuring ribbon markers and gilt edges, Macmillan Collector''s Library are books to love and treasure. This collection of Poe’s work contains some of the most exciting and haunting stories ever written. They range from the poetic to the mysterious to the darkly comic, yet all possess the genius for the grotesque that defines Poe’s writing. They are peopled with neurotics and social outcasts, obsessed with nameless terrors or preoccupied with seemingly insoluble mysteries. ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’ and ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ are key works in the horror canon, while in the ‘The Murders in the Rue Morgue’ and ‘The Mystery of Marie Roget’ we find the origins modern detective fiction. Collectively, these tales represent the best of Edgar Allan Poe’s prose work before his premature death in 1849.With an afterword by Jonty Claypole.

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Once upon a time, most of Britain and Ireland was covered in woodland. Many of the trees have been cleared, but our connection with the wildwood remains. It is a place of danger, adventure and transformation, where anything could happen. Here is a collection of traditional folk tales of oak, ash and thorn; of hunting forests and rebellion, timber and triumph in battle, wild ghosts and woodwoses. Lisa Schneidau retells some of the old stories and relates them to the trees and forests in the landscape of our islands today.

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