From Louisa May Alcott to Roald Dahl, Joan Aiken to Catherynne
Valente, magical stories for every feeling.
Great stories ignite a child's imagination and can fill a childhood with
unforgettable characters, wondrous places and superb illustrations. They
also allow young readers to explore, and to understand, their different
feelings and experiences.
In her second compilation for the British Library, children's author and
commentator Anna James delves deep into the collections to present
stories for comfort, inspiration and adventure as well as touching tales
to make you laugh or sometimes cry.
We will meet mischievous characters from across the globe, sample
classic stories from the likes of E. Nesbit, J. M. Barrie and Louisa May
Alcott, as well as more recent favorites from some of our best-loved and
prizewinning authors.
Superbly illustrated throughout with both beloved illustrations and
new archive finds, this spectacular volume belongs on every family
bookshelf.
