Walter De la Mare

Later re-titled The Three Royal Monkeys, this fantastical tale follows three monkeys-Thumb, Thimble, and Nod-on their journey across wintry Africa in order to live with their uncle. Along the way they encounter strange and curious creatures, deadly beasts, and other wildly imaginative characters. A beautiful, wondrous story-ideal for adults and young readers alike.

A collection of major Bible stories of the Old Testament, delightfully re-told in modern English, from the Garden of Eden to David and Goliath! Although geared towards the young, this book is a delight for all ages...

A trio of royal monkey brothers - Thimble, Thumble, and Nod - receive a magical amulet from their mother, who instructs them to set out in search of their father. It's been many years since the father vanished after undertaking his own quest for the kingdom of his brother, the Prince of the Valleys of Tishnar. With the amulet to protect them, the brothers set off on a series of adventures that unfold across a fantasy vision of Africa. This enchanting...

Reading a ghost story on Christmas Eve was once as much a part of traditional Christmas celebrations as turkey, eggnog, and Santa Claus. Behind the run-down bookstore is a private room for favoured customers, a strange little annex with a stranger atmosphere. The young man feels a wistful presence vying got his attention as he browses, and when he leaves, he knows he will return. Something has been asked of him, and he will answer.

Philip Pullman's many books include the best-selling and award-winning children's series, His Dark Materials (Knopf). He recently edited and introduced Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm (Viking). An enchanting retelling of nineteen fairy tales, introduced by popular fantasy writer Philip Pullman Originally published in 1927, Told Again is an enchanting collection of elegant fairy tales, showcasing the formidable talents of a writer who used magical...

'Told Again; Old Tales Told Again' was compiled by Walter de la Mare, and contains illustrations by A. H. Watson. It is a wonderful collection of traditional fairy tales, including favorites such as 'Little Red Riding Hood', 'Jack and the Beanstalk', 'Bluebeard', 'Sleeping Beauty', 'Rumplestiltskin' and 'Snow-White.' Walter de la Mare (1873-1956) was an English poet, short story writer and novelist, best remembered for his works for children, and...

The Riddle by Walter de la Mare is a haunting and mysterious tale about seven children sent to live with their elderly grandmother in a grand, old house. The house is full of charm, but the grandmother gives them one stern warning: they must never play near the ancient oak chest in the spare bedroom. What lies within the locked chest, and why do the children feel an irresistible pull to uncover its mystery? A mystery that may lead them to the unknown......