CHILDHOOD CLASSICS - Ultimate Collection: 1400+ Tales of Magic, Adventure, Fairytales & Legends: Peter Rabbit, Pinocchio, Doctor Dolittle, The Call of the Wild...

Jules Verne · Lewis Carroll · Johanna Spyri · Mark Twain · Harriet Beecher Stowe · Oscar Wilde · George MacDonald · Charles Lamb · Mary Lamb · Howard Pyle · Jack London · Louisa May Alcott · Frances Hodgson Burnett · Andrew Lang · John Meade Falkner · Jonathan Swift · Maurice Maeterlinck · Daniel Defoe · Johnny Gruelle · Aesop · Hugh Lofting · Emerson Hough · George Haven Putnam · Anna Sewell · Rudyard Kipling · Beatrix Potter · John Ruskin · Kenneth Grahame · Eva March Tappan · Nathaniel Hawthorne · Susan Coolidge · Carlo Collodi · Thomas Bailey Aldrich · Georgette Leblanc · Jennie Hall · Carl Sandburg · Ruth Stiles Gannett · Evelyn Sharp · Gertrude Chandler Warner · Marion St. John Webb · L. Frank Baum · J. M. Barrie · Eleanor H. Porter · E. Nesbit · E. T. A. Hoffmann · E. Boyd Smith · Hans Christian Andersen · Kate Douglas Wiggin · Vishnu Sharma · Margery Williams · Mary Louisa Molesworth · Dorothy Canfield · Howard R. Garis · Brothers Grimm · Thornton Burgess · R. L. Stevenson · Miguel Cervantes

Nov 2023 · DigiCat

About this ebook

CHILDHOOD CLASSICS - Ultimate Collection: 1400+ Tales of Magic, Adventure, Fairytales & Legends possess an awe-inspiring aggregation of narratives that traverse the intricate landscape of youthful imagination. This anthology showcases an eclectic mix of literary styles, from the fantastical realms of fairy tales and legends to the adventurous seas of magic and exploration. It encapsulates the rich literary context of multiple periods, bringing together works that have significantly influenced the genre of children's literature. The collection highlights diversity through its inclusion of stories that span different cultures and epochs, making it a treasure trove of literary masterpieces that have enchanted readers young and old alike. The contributing authors and editors of this anthology are among the luminary figures of literature, whose collective work has shaped not just the genre of children's literature but also the broader landscape of literary history. These authors, hailing from diverse backgrounds and cultures, have contributed to various literary movements, from Romanticism to Realism, and their works reflect the societal, cultural, and historical contexts of their times. Their collective contributions provide a panoramic view of the human condition, explored through the lens of childhood's innocence and wonder, thus enriching the anthology's overarching theme of magic and adventure. CHILDHOOD CLASSICS - Ultimate Collection offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to explore a vast array of literary jewels within a single volume. It invites an educational journey through the corridors of time, where the universality of childhood experiences is celebrated across cultures and eras. For those who seek to immerse themselves in the depth and diversity of children's literature, this anthology promises a compendium of lessons, adventures, and timeless wisdom. It is an essential addition to the libraries of educators, historians, and lovers of literature, providing a window into the enduring power of storytelling in capturing the essence of the human spirit.

About the author

Jules Verne, born on February 8, 1828, in Nantes, France, stands as a towering figure in the literary world, renowned for his pioneering contributions to the science fiction genre. With a professional career as a stockbroker, Verne's passion for writing persisted, allowing him to craft extraordinary voyages and adventures that have captivated readers for over a century. Verne's imaginative power, coupled with a profound curiosity about science and technology, led to the creation of the genre known as 'scientific romances', a precursor to modern-day science fiction. His bibliography is extensive, with 'CHILDHOOD CLASSICS - Ultimate Collection: 1400+ Tales of Magic, Adventure, Fairytales & Legends' standing among them as a testament to his prolific output. Although this title is not one typically associated with Verne but rather an anthology that appears to capitalize on his fame, it is his Voyages Extraordinaires series, including classics such as 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea', 'Journey to the Center of the Earth', and 'Around the World in Eighty Days' that truly showcases his literary style. Verne's work not only incorporates meticulously researched scientific and technological concepts but also integrates them into action-packed narratives and explorations of the unknown. He passed away on March 24, 1905, but his literary legacy continues to influence the realms of literature, film, and the collective imagination of future possibilities.