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Favourite Tales by Enid Blyton (Hardcover) Vintage Children's Book
By Enid Blyton
2009 • Hardcover • Ice Water Press
Description
Fantasy fiction. Come on an exciting journey through the enchanted world of Enid Blyton. This classically designed hardback covers the best of the best, from the 'Magic Treacle Jug' to 'The Talking Shoes', this really is a fantastic night time read that will continue to mesmerise children of all ages. About the author Enid Blyton, 1897 - November 28, 1968 Enid Blyton was born in London in 1897. She was educated in a private school and thought that she would become a musician until she realized that writing was her passion. She attended Ipswich High School where she trained to become a kindergarten teacher and eventually opened her own school for infants. Blyton's first poem was published in 1917, entitled "Have You-" which appeared in Nash's Magazine. In 1922, her first book of verses was published, entitled "Child Whispers." In 1926 she accepted a position editing the children's magazine "Sunny Stories" as well as writing the column "Teachers World." Blyton's first full length children's book was published din 1938 and was titled "The Secret Island." After working on the column for years, Blyton quit "Teachers World" in 1945 and also ended her stint as editor of "Sunny Stories" seven years later. In 1953 she started her own children's magazine called "The Edith Blyton Magazine" which featured stories about her characters and news on the clubs formed around them. Her most famous stories were those of the "Famous Five" The Magazine closed in 1959. In the 50's and 60's Blyton was criticized for the language in her book, for being to simple, but some 300 are still in print today. Blyton has published over 600 books in the course of her career. Enid Blyton died in her sleep on November 28, 1968. She was 71 years old.
Synopsis
Title: Favourite Tales by Enid Blyton
Author/Publisher: Enid Blyton / Ice Water Press
Publication Year: 2009
Format: 176-page Illustrated Hardcover
This delightful hardcover volume, 'Favourite Tales', presents a collection of short stories by the immensely popular children's author, Enid Blyton. Published in 2009 by Ice Water Press, it offers young readers an engaging introduction to her imaginative world.
Designed for an audience aged 4-8, this book brings together a selection of Blyton's charming fictional narratives, each crafted to capture the attention of early readers. The stories are complemented by illustrations, enhancing the storytelling experience for its intended demographic.
- Enduring Short Stories: Dive into a curated selection of Enid Blyton's enchanting short fiction. As one of the most prolific and beloved children's authors, her tales are renowned for their simple language, clear moral lessons, and captivating plots that have entertained generations.
- Engaging Illustrations: The narrative is brought to life with illustrations throughout the volume. These visual elements serve to deepen the young reader's immersion in Blyton's worlds, making the stories even more accessible and memorable for its target audience.
An appealing addition to any young reader's bookshelf, 'Favourite Tales' offers a contemporary presentation of classic storytelling from a celebrated author. Its enduring charm lies in Blyton's ability to create engaging worlds that continue to captivate children today.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Ice Water Press |
| Year | 2009 |
| Pages | 176 |
| Type | Short Stories |
| Genre | Children & Young Adults |
| Topic | Literature |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Favourite Tales |
| Personalised | No |
| Narrative Type | Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Ages 4-8 |
| Original Language | English |
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