{"product_id":"puffin-classics-series-10-books-set-the-wizard-of-oz-a-little-princess-matilda-the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-wind-in-the-willows-anne-of-green-gables-the-adventures-of-robin-hood","title":"Puffin Classics Series, 10 Books Set, The Wizard of Oz, A Little Princess, Matilda, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Wind in the Willows, Anne of Green Gables, The Adventures of Robin Hood...","description":"\u003cp\u003ePuffin Classics Series\u003cbr\u003e 10 Books Set\u003cbr\u003e The Wizard of Oz: 9780141341736\u003cbr\u003e A Little Princess: 9780141341712\u003cbr\u003e Matilda: 9780142424278\u003cbr\u003e The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn: 9780141334844\u003cbr\u003e Wind in the Willows: 9780141329826\u003cbr\u003e Anne of Green Gables: 9780141334905\u003cbr\u003e The Adventures of Robin Hood: 9780141334899\u003cbr\u003e Black Beauty: 9780141334882\u003cbr\u003e The Secret Garden: 9780141336534\u003cbr\u003e Peter Pan: 9780141329819\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003cbr\u003e The Wizard of Oz:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e An iconic classic, The Wizard of Oz by Frank L. Baum is a must-read for adults and children alike. Follow the yellow brick road! Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure. Frank L. Baum (1856-1919) was born in New York. He enjoyed making up stories, particularly for his own children. The Wizard of Oz, based on their favourite bedtime story about a land of Oz, was published in 1900 and it immediately became a huge international success. He wrote several sequels and numerous other kinds of books under a pseudonym.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA Little Princess:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Alone in a new country, wealthy Sara Crewe tries to make friends at boarding school and settle in. But when she learns that she'll never see her beloved father again, her life is turned upside down. Transformed from princess to pauper, she must swap dancing lessons and luxury for drudgery and a room in the attic. Will she find that kindness and generosity are all the riches she truly needs?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eMatilda:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The classic story from Roald Dahl, about an exceptional young girl with extraordinary powers. Adapted into a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical and a Netflix film! This beloved Roald Dahl title is now available in a gorgeous hardcover classic edition. Matilda is a brilliant and sensitive child, but her parents think of her only as a nuisance. When one day she is attacked by her odious headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, Matilda suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to avenge herself!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Adventures of Huckleberry Finn:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Mark Twain's classic story of one boy's adventure down the river\u003cbr\u003e Huckleberry Finn had a tough life with his drunk father until an adventure with Tom Sawyer changed everything. But when Huck's dad returns and kidnaps him, he must escpe down the Mississippi river with runaway slave, Jim. They encounter trouble at every turn, from floods and gunfights to armed bandits and the long arm of the law. Through it all the friends stick together - but can Huck and Tom free Jim from slavery once and for all?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWind in the Willows: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is an English classic loved by adults and children alike. ***Now in a beautiful cloth-bound hardback edition - a perfect gift for young readers.*** Spend a season on the river bank and take a walk on the wild side . . . Spring is in the air and Mole has found a wonderful new world. There's boating with Ratty, a feast with Badger and high jinx on the open road with that reckless ruffian, Mr Toad of Toad Hall. The four become the firmest of friends, but after Toad's latest escapade, can they join together and beat the wretched weasels? ***PLUS A behind-the-scenes journey, including author profile, a guide to who's who, activities and more . . .*** Kenneth Graham (1859-1932) was born in Edinburgh, but grew up with relatives in Berkshire where he developed his love for the countryside surrounding the upper parts of the River Thames. He was educated at St Edward's in Oxford, but instead of going on to Oxford University he joined the Bank of England, where he rose to become Secretary. He wrote several books including The Golden Age and Dream Days which includes the short story 'The Reluctant Dragon' (later made into a Disney movie). Kenneth Grahame developed the character of Toad in The Wind in the Willows to amuse his young son, Alistair. It was published in 1908 and still remains a best-loved children's classic.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAnne of Green Gables: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The Cuthberts are in for a shock. They are expecting an orphan boy to help with the work at Green Gables - but a skinny red-haired girl turns up instead. Highly spirited Anne Shirley charms her way into the Cuthberts' affection with her vivid imagination and constant chatter, and soon it's impossible to imagine life without her.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Adventures of Robin Hood: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The classic story of social justice and outrageous cunning. Robin Hood, champion of the poor and oppressed, stands against the cruel power of Prince John and the brutal Sheriff of Nottingham. Taking refuge in the vast Sherwood Forest with his band of men, he remains determined to outwit his enemies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eBlack Beauty: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The moving story of a handsome horse who lives a life of hardship and kindness.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe Secret Garden: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a magical novel for adults and children alike 'I've stolen a garden, ' she said very fast. 'It isn't mine. It isn't anybody's. Nobody wants it, nobody cares for it, nobody ever goes into it. Perhaps everything is dead in it already; I don't know.' After losing her parents, young Mary Lennox is sent from India to live in her uncle's gloomy mansion on the wild English moors. She is lonely and has no one to play with, but one day she learns of a secret garden somewhere in the grounds that no one is allowed to enter. Then Mary uncovers an old key in a flowerbed - and a gust of magic leads her to the hidden door. Slowly she turns the key and enters a world she could never have imagined. ***Now in a beautiful clothbound cover*** ***With a heartwarming introduction by Sophie Dahl*** *** A behind-the-scenes jounrey, including an author profile, a guide to who's who, activities and more...*** Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was born in Manchester. She had a very poor upbringing and used to escape from the horror of her surroundings by writing stories. In 1865 her family emigrated to the USA where she married and became the successful author of many children's books including Little Lord Fauntleroy and A Little Princess.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePeter Pan: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Peter Pan and Tinkerbell lead the three Darling children over the rooftops of London and away to Neverland - the island where the lost boys play. Magic and mischief is in the air but if villainous Captain Hook has his way, before long someone will be swimming with the crocodiles . . .\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Generic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48077075448034,"sku":"Puffin Classics","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/0005\/1501\/files\/81awlHDtNIL.jpg?v=1784651466","url":"https:\/\/www.mangadeal.com\/products\/puffin-classics-series-10-books-set-the-wizard-of-oz-a-little-princess-matilda-the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-wind-in-the-willows-anne-of-green-gables-the-adventures-of-robin-hood","provider":"Manga Deal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}