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The Happy Prince and Other Tales(1888) is an enormously popular collection of classic short stories from Oscar Wilde. This timeless volume, enthralling both adults and children since its publication, includes five delightful stories and features The Selfish Giant one of the most beloved fairy tales in all of literature.

Francis Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was a novelist and playwright born in England but raised in the United States. As a child, she was an avid reader who also wrote her own stories. What was initially a hobby would soon become a legitimate and respected career. As a late-teen, she published her first story in Godey's Lady's Book and was a regular contributor to several periodicals. She began producing novels starting with That Lass ö Lowrie¿s followed by Haworth¿s and Louisiana. Yet, she was best known for her children¿s books including Little Lord Fauntleroy and The Secret Garden.

A vibrant collection of children's tales from Scottish author Andrew Lang. The Grey Fairy Book is a premier selection of international stories of French, Italian and German descent. This installment features notable titles such as "The Dog and the Sparrow" and "The Story of the Queen of the Flowery Isles."

Nathaniel Hawthorne presents a multilayered story consisting of six Greek myths that are told from a unique perspective and appeals to all readers, specifically children. His writing style transcends age to deliver a family-friendly narrative. A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys is a compilation of classic stories inspired by Greek mythology. Hawthorne's interpretation is filtered through the fictional character, Eustace Bright, a college student who's entertaining a group of children. The book features "The Gorgon's Head," a popular epic that follows Perseus and his quest to slay Medusa. There's also "The Paradise of Children," a cautionary tale about Pandora's box, and "The Golden Touch," which recalls the story of King Midas. Originally published in 1851, A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys continues to stand the test of time. Its stories are literary staples that have been adapted for multiple mediums. The collection also produced the sequel, Tanglewood Tales, which was released in 1853. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys is both modern and readable.

The Magic World (1909) is a collection of twelve children¿s fantasy stories by English writer Edith Nesbit. Using elements of magic and mystery familiar to readers of her beloved Bastable and Psammead Trilogies, Nesbit crafts tales of wonder and adventure for children and adults alike.In ¿The Cat-hood of Maurice,¿ a young boy learns firsthand the consequences of mistreating the family cat. One day, Maurice attaches an empty sardine can to Lord Hugh¿s tail, terrifying and traumatizing the poor cat. When his father gets home, Maurice is told that he will be spending the next week at Dr. Strongitharm¿s school for wayward boys. At the last moment, Maurice discovers Lord Hugh in his room, who reveals to the boy a magic word that will turn him into a cat. In ¿Accidental Magic,¿ a boy named Quentin is sent to school in Salisbury. Immensely interested in archaeology and history, Quentin is excited to learn that he will be able to visit Stonehenge while at school. After getting in a fight with a bully, Quentin runs away in fear of expulsion and escapes through the fields toward Stonehenge. There, he searches for the fabled altar stone, where, exhausted and scared, he falls asleep. When he wakes up, he finds he has been transported to the lost world of Atlantis, where the people call him the ¿Chosen of the Gods,¿ but fail to reveal what it is he is chosen for.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Edith Nesbit¿s The Magic World is a classic of English children¿s literature reimagined for modern readers.

The young Jeanne and her cousin Hugh are drawn to a special room decorated with eye-catching tapestry that pulls the children into a mystical world. The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance is a fun and accessible tale about family and friendship.Jeanne is a young girl who lives in a large old house. Despite its size, she's often captivated by one room located down the hall. It is covered with tapestry and feels different from every other space. With the arrival of her younger cousin Hugh, she finally decides to explore the room with the fanciful designs. The pair quickly realize their home is more than meets the eye. They embark on a magical adventure that includes enchanted creatures and striking visuals.The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance was published more than a hundred years ago but maintains its flair for childlike fancy. It's an exciting tale about two inquisitive kids who discover a different world. This is just one of Moleworth's many entries in the popular children's genre.With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance is both modern and readable.Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.