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  • Swallows And Amazons

    The four Walker children—John, Susan, Titty, and Roger—are spending the summer with their mother in the Lake District while their father's away on duty in the navy. After getting permission to use their accommodation's dinghy, the Swallow , they also beg to be allowed to camp alone on a nearby island. With permission granted by their understanding (and trusting) mother, their adventures begin. For ... Read more

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  • Swallows and Amazons. Illustrated

    Swallows and Amazons by Arthur Ransome is a beloved classic of children’s literature that has captured the imagination of readers for generations. First published in 1930, the story follows the thrilling summer adventures of the Walker children—John, Susan, Titty, and Roger—who set sail in their small boat, the Swallow, to explore Wild Cat Island. Once ashore, they meet the fearless Blackett ... Read more

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  • Swallows and Amazons (Swallows and Amazons Series #1)

    The ultimate children's classic - long summer days filled with adventure. John, Susan, Titty and Roger sail their boat, Swallow, to a deserted island for a summer camping trip. Exploring and playing sailors is an adventure in itself but the island holds more excitement in store. Two fierce Amazon pirates, Nancy and Peggy, challenge them to war and a summer of battles and alliances ensues. 'My ... Read more

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  • Swallows and Amazons

    Series Book 1 - Swallows and Amazons
    The classic English series begins with a tale of two families of children uniting against a common foe: an uncle who claims he's too busy for his nieces.The Walker children (John, Susan, Titty and Roger) are on school holiday in the Lake District and are sailing a borrowed catboat named Swallow, when they meet the Blackett children (Nancy and Peggy), who sail the boat Amazon. The children camp ... Read more

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  • A History of Story-telling

    Enriched edition. Studies in the development of narrative

    In "A History of Story-telling," Arthur Ransome delves into the rich tapestry of narrative forms that have captivated audiences for centuries. Through a blend of historical analysis and literary critique, Ransome explores the evolution of storytelling from ancient oral traditions to modern written forms, paying homage to seminal authors and cultural movements that shaped the art of narrative. His ... Read more

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  • Old Peter's Russian Tales

    20+ Traditional Children's Stories: Baba Yaga, The Golden Fish, Sadko, Frost, Little Master Misery…

    Illustrated by Arthur Ransome ...
    Old Peter's Russian Tales is a collection of the greatest Russian folk-tales for children. The first chapter tells of Maroosia and Vanya who live in a hut of pine logs in the forest with their grandfather, the forester Old Peter. This story is followed by twenty stories that Russian peasants tell their children told by Old Peter to Maroosia and Vanya. Table of Contents: The Hut in the Forest The ... Read more

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  • The Crisis in Russia

    A Journalistic Insight into Revolutionary Russia

    In "The Crisis in Russia," Arthur Ransome delivers a profound analysis of the tumultuous political landscape following the Russian Revolution. Crafted in his signature accessible yet incisive style, Ransome interweaves personal narrative with meticulous observation, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the lives of both the ordinary citizen and political figures of early Soviet society. This ... Read more

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  • Peter Duck

    A Treasure Hunt in the Caribbees

    Series Book 3 - Swallows and Amazons
    A team of intrepid English children set sail for treasure in the Caribbean only to encounter pirates, sharks, and other dangers.It all begins when Peter Duck, an elderly sailor once marooned on an island in the Caribbean, tells a tale to the Swallows (John, Susan, Titty, and Roger Walker) and Amazons (Nancy and Peggy Blackett). It's a tale of buried treasure and, unfortunately, when the kids set ... Read more

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  • Arthur Ransome – The Major Collection

    Best Collection of Arthur RansomeOld Peter's Russian TalesOscar WildePond and StreamRussia in 1919The Child's Book of the SeasonsThe Crisis in RussiaThe Soldier and Death ... Read more

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  • Greatest Russian Fairytales & Legends (Illustrated Edition)

    Unveiling the Mystical World of Russian Folklore

    Greatest Russian Fairytales & Legends (Illustrated Edition) offers a captivating journey into the heart of Slavic folklore, bridging the ancient past with the imaginative tales that continue to shape literary narratives. This collection unveils the richness of Russian storytelling, featuring a blend of mythical creatures, moral fables, and enchanting narratives that evoke the mystery and magic of ... Read more

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  • Pigeon Post

    Series series Swallows and Amazons
    The Swallows, Amazons, and friends search for gold in the Lake District Hills—camping out, evading dangers, and staying in touch via homing pigeon.Nancy and Peggy Blackett receive a letter from their Uncle Jim who’s on his way home after failing to find treasure in South America. When they hear a tale about a lost gold mine in the Lake District hills, Nancy and Peggy decide to find the mine as a ... Read more

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  • Great Northern?

    Series Book 12 - Swallows and Amazons
    As this classic series continues, adventuring children off the western coast of Scotland spot a strange bird and soon land themselves in danger.While on a sailing cruise with Cap. Flint exploring in the Outer Hebrides, the Swallows, Amazons, and the Ds spot a mysterious bird nesting on an island in a loch. Could it be a great northern diver, never known to nest in the British Isles? They tell ... Read more

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