Author: Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
The Golden Windows : A Book of Fables for Young and Old by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards, first published in 1903, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.
The Golden Windows
Author: Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
The Golden Windows : A Book of Fables for Young and Old by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards, first published in 1903, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
The Golden Windows : A Book of Fables for Young and Old by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards, first published in 1903, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.
The Pig Brother &Other Fables & Stories
Author: Laura E. Richards
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
"The Pig Brother & Other Fables & Stories" is a delightful collection of tales written by Laura E. Richards, a prolific American author known for her children's literature. The book features a variety of charming fables, stories, and fairy tales that entertain and teach valuable life lessons. One of the prominent stories in the collection is "The Pig Brother," a heartwarming tale about a kind-hearted pig who befriends a family of birds. Through this endearing story, Richards imparts the value of friendship, compassion, and helping others in need, no matter how different they may be. Among the fables included in the book, readers will find "The Swan's Egg," which revolves around a miraculous discovery that changes the life of a young girl, emphasizing the power of hope and the wonders of nature. "The Wise Fairy" is another fable that showcases the wisdom of a fairy and her influence on a young boy's journey to success. Additionally, "The Golden Cobwebs" is a delightful fairy tale filled with enchanting imagery and magical elements. It tells the story of a young girl who visits a kingdom of spiders and their queen, offering a whimsical and imaginative experience for readers. Throughout the collection, Laura E. Richards weaves enchanting narratives that captivate young readers while imparting valuable moral lessons. Her storytelling is characterized by its warmth, wit, and engaging prose, making the book a delightful read for children and adults alike. "The Pig Brother & Other Fables & Stories" invites readers into a world of wonder, where animals and nature come alive with wisdom and charm. Laura E. Richards' timeless tales are perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, or simply enjoying the magic of well-crafted children's literature."
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
"The Pig Brother & Other Fables & Stories" is a delightful collection of tales written by Laura E. Richards, a prolific American author known for her children's literature. The book features a variety of charming fables, stories, and fairy tales that entertain and teach valuable life lessons. One of the prominent stories in the collection is "The Pig Brother," a heartwarming tale about a kind-hearted pig who befriends a family of birds. Through this endearing story, Richards imparts the value of friendship, compassion, and helping others in need, no matter how different they may be. Among the fables included in the book, readers will find "The Swan's Egg," which revolves around a miraculous discovery that changes the life of a young girl, emphasizing the power of hope and the wonders of nature. "The Wise Fairy" is another fable that showcases the wisdom of a fairy and her influence on a young boy's journey to success. Additionally, "The Golden Cobwebs" is a delightful fairy tale filled with enchanting imagery and magical elements. It tells the story of a young girl who visits a kingdom of spiders and their queen, offering a whimsical and imaginative experience for readers. Throughout the collection, Laura E. Richards weaves enchanting narratives that captivate young readers while imparting valuable moral lessons. Her storytelling is characterized by its warmth, wit, and engaging prose, making the book a delightful read for children and adults alike. "The Pig Brother & Other Fables & Stories" invites readers into a world of wonder, where animals and nature come alive with wisdom and charm. Laura E. Richards' timeless tales are perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, or simply enjoying the magic of well-crafted children's literature."
Through Golden Windows
Author: Victor Gilbert Beers
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 9780802487537
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Each Bible story is followed by a tale involving the Muffin family which illustrates the contemporary application of Biblical principles.
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 9780802487537
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Each Bible story is followed by a tale involving the Muffin family which illustrates the contemporary application of Biblical principles.
Breaking Windows
Author: David Bank
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743203151
Category : Computer software industry
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
"Breaking Windows" is a gripping account of Bill Gates's plan to establish a monopoly and create a new kind of business organism. Bank shows how the company's executives faced a tough legal challenge, and how they are dealing with the limits of Microsoft's growth.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743203151
Category : Computer software industry
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
"Breaking Windows" is a gripping account of Bill Gates's plan to establish a monopoly and create a new kind of business organism. Bank shows how the company's executives faced a tough legal challenge, and how they are dealing with the limits of Microsoft's growth.
If You Want to Find Golden
Author: Eileen Spinelli
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 9780807535851
Category : City and town life
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A trip through the city streets brings contact with many colors, from an orange construction sign to gray pigeons.
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 9780807535851
Category : City and town life
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A trip through the city streets brings contact with many colors, from an orange construction sign to gray pigeons.
Unique Handmade Books
Author: Alisa J. Golden
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402706141
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Every one of these astonishing and original projects will redefine your idea of how a book should look. No simple rectangles here, but one-of-a-kind volumes folded like an accordion; shaped and themed, with windows and envelopes; thickly sewn and decoratively woven; dressed in "wedding netting" for a bride; and made out of paper bags. There are even containers for protection and display, and they can enhance the meaning of a book's text. Along with advice on paints, inks, stencils, transfers, and distressed covers, you'll find fun ways to make collaborative books, including ones to create with a child.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402706141
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Every one of these astonishing and original projects will redefine your idea of how a book should look. No simple rectangles here, but one-of-a-kind volumes folded like an accordion; shaped and themed, with windows and envelopes; thickly sewn and decoratively woven; dressed in "wedding netting" for a bride; and made out of paper bags. There are even containers for protection and display, and they can enhance the meaning of a book's text. Along with advice on paints, inks, stencils, transfers, and distressed covers, you'll find fun ways to make collaborative books, including ones to create with a child.
The Golden Glow
Author: Benjamin Flouw
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 0735264139
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox meets Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever in this stylish picture book about a quest for a rare and mysterious plant. Fox loves nature. There's nothing he enjoys more than reading about and picking flowers. One evening, he comes across a rare specimen in his old botany book -- the golden glow, a plant from the Wellhidden family, found only in the mountains . . . a plant that has yet to be described. Fascinated, Fox decides to set off on a quest in search of the mysterious golden glow. He packs his knapsack, a map, a compass, a flashlight, a sleeping bag and other items for his hike. Along the way, Fox observes many different kinds of trees and plants. He also encounters woodland friends who help him make it to the summit of the mountain. But when Fox eventually stumbles upon the object of his quest, he makes a surprising decision. With spreads of educational content interspersed throughout, The Golden Glow is a charming story that details the simple pleasures of a nature hike and celebrates observing the beauty of nature.
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 0735264139
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox meets Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever in this stylish picture book about a quest for a rare and mysterious plant. Fox loves nature. There's nothing he enjoys more than reading about and picking flowers. One evening, he comes across a rare specimen in his old botany book -- the golden glow, a plant from the Wellhidden family, found only in the mountains . . . a plant that has yet to be described. Fascinated, Fox decides to set off on a quest in search of the mysterious golden glow. He packs his knapsack, a map, a compass, a flashlight, a sleeping bag and other items for his hike. Along the way, Fox observes many different kinds of trees and plants. He also encounters woodland friends who help him make it to the summit of the mountain. But when Fox eventually stumbles upon the object of his quest, he makes a surprising decision. With spreads of educational content interspersed throughout, The Golden Glow is a charming story that details the simple pleasures of a nature hike and celebrates observing the beauty of nature.
A Book of Golden Deeds
Author: Charlotte Mary Yonge
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category : Europe
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category : Europe
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
The House Without Windows
Author: Barbara Newhall Follett
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241986087
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Escape into the wild from the comfort of your own home this winter, with a dazzling lost classic of nature writing... Eepersip is a girl with the wild in her heart. She does not want to live locked up behind the walls of a house. So she runs away - first to the Meadow, then to the Sea, and finally to the Mountain. Her heartbroken parents follow their daughter, trying to bring her home safe, but Eepersip has other ideas... Republished by Penguin with a new introduction and hand-inked illustrations by beloved artist Jackie Morris, The House Without Windows is a timeless fable about wildness, freedom and the redemptive power of the natural world. 'I can safely promise joy to any reader of The House Without Windows. Perfection' Eleanor Farjeon, winner of the Carnegie Medal and The Hans Christian Andersen Award 'Gloriously illuminated by Jackie Morris's moving art, this is a work of strange power for our own bewildered times' Nick Drake 'A classic, as miraculous and awe-inspiring as the author' Xinran, author of The Good Women of China
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241986087
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Escape into the wild from the comfort of your own home this winter, with a dazzling lost classic of nature writing... Eepersip is a girl with the wild in her heart. She does not want to live locked up behind the walls of a house. So she runs away - first to the Meadow, then to the Sea, and finally to the Mountain. Her heartbroken parents follow their daughter, trying to bring her home safe, but Eepersip has other ideas... Republished by Penguin with a new introduction and hand-inked illustrations by beloved artist Jackie Morris, The House Without Windows is a timeless fable about wildness, freedom and the redemptive power of the natural world. 'I can safely promise joy to any reader of The House Without Windows. Perfection' Eleanor Farjeon, winner of the Carnegie Medal and The Hans Christian Andersen Award 'Gloriously illuminated by Jackie Morris's moving art, this is a work of strange power for our own bewildered times' Nick Drake 'A classic, as miraculous and awe-inspiring as the author' Xinran, author of The Good Women of China
The Golden Ball
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877448734
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A brave young man is fired from the family business by his millionaire uncle. Embittered, he accidentally meets a girl who is fleeing her engagement to a duke and seems to be looking for the same thing as him: a day off. They will live a great adventure together and discover that despite their differences they can be soul mates.
Publisher: MB Cooltura
ISBN: 9877448734
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A brave young man is fired from the family business by his millionaire uncle. Embittered, he accidentally meets a girl who is fleeing her engagement to a duke and seems to be looking for the same thing as him: a day off. They will live a great adventure together and discover that despite their differences they can be soul mates.