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Charles Dickens; William Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde. Includes Great Expectations, Oliver Twist, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, Hamlet, The Remarkable Rocket, The Nightingale and the Rose, and many more; delightfully retold for children in a way that will keep them engaged and intrigued; introductions about each author explore the social conditions of the times in which they lived, which still have much relevance today and illustrated throughout, this book is perfect for introducing younger readers to these timeless writers. This anthology presents 17 carefully selected tales from the works of Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde, opening up a world of comedy, tragedy and romance. Some of their most memorable plays and stories are retold here, in shortened and simplified form, for a modern readership. Information panels contain enlightening notes about the language used, and imaginative pictures are provided by talented children's book illustrator Jenny Thorne. This charming book makes an ideal introduction to these classic authors.
Title: Classic Stories: A Treasury for Children # Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde
ISBN Number: 085723756X
ISBN-13: 9780857237569
Illustrator: Jenny Thorne
Location Published: UK, Hermes House: 2015
Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: New
Size: 28.2 x 21.6 x 1.9 cm
Kg: 1.00 Kg
Type: Book
Categories: Children's Classics
Seller ID: 003119
