The Olive Fairy Book - format ePub

In the quaint seaside town of Summerisle, where the sun casts a golden glow and the waves whisper secrets, a sinister undercurrent lurks beneath the idyllic facade. As summer draws to a close, a group...

In "A Short History of Scotland," Andrew Lang presents a concise yet illuminating exploration of Scotland's rich historical tapestry. Written with clarity and elegance, Lang weaves together socio-political...

The Orange Fairy Book, a remarkable collection edited by Andrew Lang, showcases a vibrant array of fairy tales from diverse cultures, encapsulating the rich tapestry of human imagination. As part of Lang's...

In "The Olive Fairy Book," Andrew Lang compiles a mesmerizing array of folktales that resonate with the cultural richness of global traditions. As the fifth installment in Lang's renowned series of fairy...

In 'New Collected Rhymes,' Andrew Lang presents a rich tapestry of poetry that celebrates the nuances of human experience through whimsical yet poignant verse. Lang's literary style is marked by his unique...

The Red True Story Book needs no long Introduction. The Editor, in presenting The Blue True Story Book, apologised for offering tales so much less thrilling and romantic than the legends of the Fairies,...

"Some of the first, and best, stories we ever hear in our lives."—Washington PostThe Pink Fairy Book has been admired time and time again, enchanting readers with its carefully crafted prose and eclectic...

In 'The Red Fairytales' by Andrew Lang, readers are transported into a world of enchanting and captivating stories. Lang's literary style combines traditional fairytales with a unique twist, creating...

Andrew Lang's 'The Blue Fairytales' is a collection of classic fairy tales presented in a scholarly and engaging manner. Lang's literary style combines a love for folklore with a keen eye for detail,...

Andrew Lang's 'The Complete Fairy Books' is a compilation of 12 volumes of fairy tales, myths, and folklore from around the world. Written in a charming and accessible style, Lang's fairy books captivate...

In 'Tales of Troy: Ulysses, the Sacker of Cities' by Andrew Lang, readers are transported to the epic world of Greek mythology through vivid storytelling and intricate detail. Lang's narrative style weaves...

An enchanting collection of fairy tales, 'The Lilac Fairytales' by Andrew Lang captivates readers with its whimsical storytelling and timeless charm. Lang's literary style seamlessly weaves together fantastical...

In Andrew Lang's 'Big Book of Fairytales (Illustrated Edition)', readers are transported into a world filled with fantastical creatures, magical adventures, and moral lessons. Featuring classic tales...

The "Mark of Cain" is a small pattern used in tattooing, which is said to correspond with the tribal mark which Jehovah appointed to Cain in the patriarchal story. This mark is seen upon the body of a...

Andrew Lang's 'Letters on Literature' is a collection of insightful and thought-provoking essays that delve into various aspects of literary works, authors, and genres. Lang's engaging writing style and...

On ne pourrait définir l’homme comme un animal boycottant, les créatures inférieures pratiquant aussi l’art du Boycottage. Le troupeau, si l’on en croit le proverbe, boycotte le cerf chargé d’années ;...

Saviez-vous que la Belle au Bois Dormant avait une fille prénommée Aurore ? Que pour retrouver son amour perdu, une princesse alla jusqu'au palais à l'est du soleil et à l'ouest de la lune ? Et connaissez-vous...

Si nous possédons les registres du procès en réhabilitation de Jeanne d'Arc (1450-1456) avec les témoignages donnés sous la foi du serment de plus de cent vingt témoins oculaires qui avaient connu la...

The Lilac Fairy Book is the last of Andrew Lang’s twelve Fairy Books, which were published between 1889 and 1910. A collection of fairy and folk tales from around the world, The Lilac Fairy Book includes...

The Red Fairy Book is the second of Andrew Lang’s twelve Fairy Books, which were published between 1889 and 1910. A collection of fairy and folk tales from around the world, The Red Fairy Book includes...

Andrew Lang's Fairy Books or Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Fairy Books constitute a twelve-book series of fairy tale collections. Although Andrew Lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition,...

The ways were rude and long from Bordeaux town to Orleans, whither I had set my face, not knowing, when I left my own country, that the city was beleaguered by the English. For who could guess that lords...

The archaeologist studies human life in its material remains; he tracks progress (and occasional degeneration) from the rudely chipped flints in the ancient gravel beds, to the polished stone weapon,...

"...The foul and foggy night of early February was descending, some weeks after the scene in the Cockpit, on the river and the town. Night was falling from the heavens; or rather, night seemed to be rising...

The theory that Francis Bacon was, in the main, the author of "Shakespeare's plays," has now been for fifty years before the learned world. Its advocates have met with less support than they had reason...

After the heavy rain of a thunderstorm has washed the soil, it sometimes happens that a child, or a rustic, finds a wedge-shaped piece of metal or a few triangular flints in a field or near a road. There...

The stories in the Fairy Books have generally been such as old women in country places tell to their grandchildren. Nobody knows how old they are, or who told them first. The children of Ham, Shem and...

Persons not much interested in, or cognisant of, "antiquarian old womanries," as Sir Walter called them, may ask "what all the pother is about," in this little tractate. On my side it is "about" the veracity...

In the annals of ancient lore, the siege of Troy stands as a timeless epic of valor, treachery, and the whims of fate. "Tales of Troy" by Andrew Lang transports readers to the heart of this legendary...

Step into a realm of enchantment with "A Collection of Ballads (Unabridged)" by Andrew Lang. This timeless anthology gathers over 200 captivating ballads, each a tapestry of love, loss, adventure, and...

OVER 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD. THE GLOBAL BESTSELLER AND TIKTOK SENSATION! "Addictive, intense, and oozing with romance” Lauren Kate, Fallen...

All seven eBooks in the multi-award winning, internationally bestselling Harry Potter series, available as one download with stunning cover art by Olly Moss. Enjoy the stories that have captured the imagination...

This fantasy epic from the No. 1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Shadow & Bone trilogy and international Netflix sensation is perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Sarah J. Maas and Laini...

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES! OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD.Praise for Powerless:‘Nothing short of epic’ Rosie Talbot, bestselling author of Sixteen Souls'A thrilling fantasy with the most...

Bella?'Edward's soft voice came from behind me. I turned to see him spring lightly up the porch steps, his hair windblown from running. He pulled me into his arms at once, and kissed me again. His kiss...

Twilight tempted the imagination . . . New Moon made readers thirsty for more . . . Eclipse turned the saga into a worldwide phenomenon . . . And now - the book that everyone has been waiting for . ....

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!'Deliciously dark' NATASHA NGAN'Heady, smart and vicious' TESSA GRATTONThis heart-pounding fantasy romance retelling of Romeo and Juliet is set in jazz-age Singapore and...

The official playscript of the original West End production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn't much easier now that he is an overworked employee...

Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon in this stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle. The world...

Writing? ... This painstakingly acquired skill - not for you, you say? But reading, well, that's fine? Let's rethink this. Writing has shaped how we share knowledge, challenge ideas, and build the world...

The Crumbling Ant Bridge – A Tiny Tech Team AdventureWhen Thomas and his friends Maya, Alex, and Noah stumble upon a struggling ant colony in the forest, they uncover an urgent problem—a crumbling twig...

Make Math Magical with Olivia!Olivia Learns Addition is a delightful storybook designed to introduce young children (ages 3–5) to the world of numbers through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations....

Olivia and the Power of Food is a heartwarming and colorful story designed for children aged 3 to 5. It follows the cheerful little girl Olivia as she discovers how eating healthy meals gives her strength,...

Sasha's Superpower: Spreading Smiles is a heartwarming children's book about the magic of kindness! Sasha isn't a regular superhero—her special power is making people smile! With her bright energy and...

 Zoom into the world of Tadej Pogačar, a cycling superstar! A Life on Wheels offers a captivating look into the remarkable journey of Tadej Pogačar, a young Slovenian cyclist who has quickly become one...

Meg is the eldest and on the brink of love. Then there’s tomboy Jo who longs to be a writer. Sweet-natured Beth always puts others first, and finally there’s Amy, the youngest and most precocious. Together...

"Turning the envelope over, his hand trembling, Harry saw a purple wax seal bearing a coat of arms; a lion, an eagle, a badger and a snake surrounding a large letter 'H'."Harry Potter has never even heard...

The Secret Garden is a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett first published in book form in 1911, after serialization in The American Magazine (November 1910 – August 1911).  When Mary Lennox, the unloved,...

"'There is a plot, Harry Potter. A plot to make most terrible things happen at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry this year.'" Harry Potter's summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy...

"'Welcome to the Knight Bus, emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard. Just stick out your wand hand, step on board and we can take you anywhere you want to go.'"When the Knight Bus crashes...

It's here! Number one bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly-anticipated companion; the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from...

When 17 year old Isabella Swan moves to Forks, Washington to live with her father she expects that her new life will be as dull as the town.But in spite of her awkward manner and low expectations, she...

"There it was, hanging in the sky above the school: the blazing green skull with a serpent tongue, the mark Death Eaters left behind whenever they had entered a building… wherever they had murdered…"...

"'Give me Harry Potter,' said Voldemort's voice, 'and none shall be harmed. Give me Harry Potter, and I shall leave the school untouched. Give me Harry Potter, and you will be rewarded.'"As he climbs...

The first thriller in the Mickey Bolitar series, now airing as an original series on Amazon Prime. Bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix show Fool Me Once, Harlan Coben brings us a shocking...

The Summer I Turned Pretty series is now a major new show on on Amazon Prime! If you loved The Kissing Booth and Jenny Han's smash-hit Netflix movie To All The Boys I've Loved Before, you'll adore this...

"'There will be three tasks, spaced throughout the school year, and they will test the champions in many different ways … their magical prowess - their daring - their powers of deduction - and, of course,...

"'You are sharing the Dark Lord's thoughts and emotions. The Headmaster thinks it inadvisable for this to continue. He wishes me to teach you how to close your mind to the Dark Lord.'" Dark times have...

Tahereh Mafi's New York Times bestselling Shatter Me series is perfect for fans who crave action-packed young adult novels like Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen, Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games, and Marie...

I stuck my finger under the edge of the paper and jerked it under the tape. 'Shoot,' I muttered when the paper sliced my finger. A single drop of blood oozed from the tiny cut. It all happened very quickly...