Skønlitteratur for børn og unge: klassisk litteratur

Smølferne oplever lidt af hvert. I denne historiesamling finder vi bl.a. ud af, hvad der sker, når Klodsetsmølf eksperimenterer lidt for meget med trylleformularer, om smølferne kan klare sig mod en stor og afskyelig snemand, og hvordan det går, når Altmuligsmølf bygger en ny maskine, som kan bestemme vejret i smølfelandsbyen.Slå ørerne ud og tag med på eventyr i det farverige Smølfeland med Smølfine, Gammelsmølf, Musiksmølf, Stærksmølf, Digtersmølf, Smilesmølf og alle de andre herlige små, blå væsener. Hør, hvad der sker, når Altmuligsmølf gerne vil flyve, når Bagersmølf løber tør for æg til sin kage, når Pyntesmølfs spejlbillede lige pludselig kommer til live, eller når Gargamel gang på gang forsøger at spolere Smølfernes fredelige hverdag med sine onde planer og farlige eliksirer. Rigtig smølf fornøjelse!Smølferne blev skabt i 1958 af den belgiske tegner Pierre "Peyo" Culliford. De små, blå væsener, der er tre æbler høje, bor sammen i små huse af udhulede svampe i en landsby langt inde i skoven. Når de ikke leger, bygger, spiser, fester eller opfinder ting, går dagene med at narre den onde troldmand Gargamel og hans kat Azrael, som vil gøre det af med dem...Fra Smølfernes univers tæller i dag en lang række tegneserier og bøger, samt film og tv-serier, som bl.a. kan ses på Netflix og YouTube.Smølferne og tilknyttede varemærker tilhører Peyo Creations. © 2021 Peyo Creations.

Tag med de herlige smølfer i disse fem små historier, hvor de bl.a. hjælper Astrosmølf med at få en helt særlig oplevelse i rummet, hvor Stærksmølf beslutter sig for at kæmpe mod en farlig drage for at beskytte smølferne, og hvor Pyntesmølf får problemer på grund af et magisk spejl, som troldmanden Gargamel har lavet som en fælde.Slå ørerne ud og tag med på eventyr i det farverige Smølfeland med Smølfine, Gammelsmølf, Musiksmølf, Stærksmølf, Digtersmølf, Smilesmølf og alle de andre herlige små, blå væsener. Hør, hvad der sker, når Altmuligsmølf gerne vil flyve, når Bagersmølf løber tør for æg til sin kage, når Pyntesmølfs spejlbillede lige pludselig kommer til live, eller når Gargamel gang på gang forsøger at spolere Smølfernes fredelige hverdag med sine onde planer og farlige eliksirer. Rigtig smølf fornøjelse!Smølferne blev skabt i 1958 af den belgiske tegner Pierre "Peyo" Culliford. De små, blå væsener, der er tre æbler høje, bor sammen i små huse af udhulede svampe i en landsby langt inde i skoven. Når de ikke leger, bygger, spiser, fester eller opfinder ting, går dagene med at narre den onde troldmand Gargamel og hans kat Azrael, som vil gøre det af med dem...Fra Smølfernes univers tæller i dag en lang række tegneserier og bøger, samt film og tv-serier, som bl.a. kan ses på Netflix og YouTube.Smølferne og tilknyttede varemærker tilhører Peyo Creations. © 2021 Peyo Creations.

Nogle gange møder smølferne nogen, som gør livet farligt for dem. I denne historiesamling sker der bl.a. det, at Smølfine og en lille menneskepige bliver taget til fange af en ond heks, at den onde troldmand Gargamel går i gang med at lave en smølfesuppe, og at et af skovens væsner må narre Gammelsmølf for selv at slippe fri fra den onde Balthazar.Slå ørerne ud og tag med på eventyr i det farverige Smølfeland med Smølfine, Gammelsmølf, Musiksmølf, Stærksmølf, Digtersmølf, Smilesmølf og alle de andre herlige små, blå væsener. Hør, hvad der sker, når Altmuligsmølf gerne vil flyve, når Bagersmølf løber tør for æg til sin kage, når Pyntesmølfs spejlbillede lige pludselig kommer til live, eller når Gargamel gang på gang forsøger at spolere Smølfernes fredelige hverdag med sine onde planer og farlige eliksirer. Rigtig smølf fornøjelse!Smølferne blev skabt i 1958 af den belgiske tegner Pierre "Peyo" Culliford. De små, blå væsener, der er tre æbler høje, bor sammen i små huse af udhulede svampe i en landsby langt inde i skoven. Når de ikke leger, bygger, spiser, fester eller opfinder ting, går dagene med at narre den onde troldmand Gargamel og hans kat Azrael, som vil gøre det af med dem...Fra Smølfernes univers tæller i dag en lang række tegneserier og bøger, samt film og tv-serier, som bl.a. kan ses på Netflix og YouTube.Smølferne og tilknyttede varemærker tilhører Peyo Creations. © 2021 Peyo Creations.

Kom med til smølfelandsbyen og skoven, hvor smølferne bl.a. bliver lokket af en forklædt heks med en magisk kugle. Troldmanden Gargamel narrer smølferne med en hjemmebygget trojansk smølf, og de prøver desuden at befri nogle alfer fra vortetudsernes grumme konge. Mon alt ender godt?Slå ørerne ud og tag med på eventyr i det farverige Smølfeland med Smølfine, Gammelsmølf, Musiksmølf, Stærksmølf, Digtersmølf, Smilesmølf og alle de andre herlige små, blå væsener. Hør, hvad der sker, når Altmuligsmølf gerne vil flyve, når Bagersmølf løber tør for æg til sin kage, når Pyntesmølfs spejlbillede lige pludselig kommer til live, eller når Gargamel gang på gang forsøger at spolere Smølfernes fredelige hverdag med sine onde planer og farlige eliksirer. Rigtig smølf fornøjelse!Smølferne blev skabt i 1958 af den belgiske tegner Pierre "Peyo" Culliford. De små, blå væsener, der er tre æbler høje, bor sammen i små huse af udhulede svampe i en landsby langt inde i skoven. Når de ikke leger, bygger, spiser, fester eller opfinder ting, går dagene med at narre den onde troldmand Gargamel og hans kat Azrael, som vil gøre det af med dem...Fra Smølfernes univers tæller i dag en lang række tegneserier og bøger, samt film og tv-serier, som bl.a. kan ses på Netflix og YouTube.Smølferne og tilknyttede varemærker tilhører Peyo Creations. © 2021 Peyo Creations.

Mischievous young Martin Rattler is desperate for a life at sea. When he finds himself on board the 'Firefly' he can’t quite believe his luck, and soon falls in with young Barney O’Flannagan. There is trouble ahead however, and when the 'Firefly' is attacked by pirates the pair must make a hasty escape. They wash up in the Amazon, where they discover new plants and animals, meet new people, and have plenty of daring adventures together. A swashbuckling tale from much-loved author R.M. Ballantyne.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

‘The Happy Prince’ is a fairy story, written for children, from the pen of one of the 19th Century’s most regarded writers. It tells the story of a lovelorn swallow, trying to follow his friends to Egypt for the winter. However, he tires and decides to land at the foot of a statue, in a large city. Slowly, he befriends the statue of the Happy Prince, who may not be quite as happy as he seems. A tender and tragic tale, ‘The Happy Prince’ is beautifully written and deservedly takes up the title of a timeless classic. Perfect for readers of all ages.Oscar Wilde (1854 – 1900) was an Irish novelist, poet, playwright, and wit. He was an advocate of the Aesthetic movement, which extolled the virtues of art for the sake of art. During his career, Wilde wrote nine plays, including ‘The Importance of Being Earnest,’ ‘Lady Windermere’s Fan,’ and ‘A Woman of No Importance,’ many of which are still performed today. His only novel, ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ was adapted for the silver screen, in the film, ‘Dorian Gray,’ starring Ben Barnes and Colin Firth. In addition, Wilde wrote 43 poems, and seven essays. His life was the subject of a film, starring Stephen Fry.

Inspiring two films (the latest featuring ‘Emmerdale’s’ Conner Chapman, and ‘Shameless’ star, Sean Gilder), ‘The Selfish Giant’ is a classic children’s fairytale from the pen of Oscar Wilde. While he might be better known for his biting wit and cynical observations, this story is both beautiful and timeless. It centres around a giant, who builds a wall around his garden in order to keep children out. As a result, his garden is frozen in perpetual winter. However, a young boy has hidden himself away there and gives the giant a chance to redeem himself. Touching and wonderfully written, this is an ideal read for children and the young at heart.Oscar Wilde (1854 – 1900) was an Irish novelist, poet, playwright, and wit. He was an advocate of the Aesthetic movement, which extolled the virtues of art for the sake of art. During his career, Wilde wrote nine plays, including ‘The Importance of Being Earnest,’ ‘Lady Windermere’s Fan,’ and ‘A Woman of No Importance,’ many of which are still performed today. His only novel, ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ was adapted for the silver screen, in the film, ‘Dorian Gray,’ starring Ben Barnes and Colin Firth. In addition, Wilde wrote 43 poems, and seven essays. His life was the subject of a film, starring Stephen Fry.

Successful London merchant Mr John Sudberry has decided to take his family and three of his servants away on a holiday to the Scottish Highlands. Plenty of beautiful walks, rowing and fishing trips, and picnics in the stunning scenery follow. Their holiday bliss is interrupted however when the family come across an elderly lady called Moggy, who seems to take a special interest in Sudberry's five-year old son Jacky. When Moggy’s secretive background returns to haunt her, the Sudberry family find themselves caught up in the mystery. An exciting story from the popular children’s author R.M. Ballantyne.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

¿Los monstruos siempre se quedan en el libro en el que nacieron? ¿Están conectadas a la vida exterior sus vidas del papel y nunca ponen un pie en el mundo real?Marcus Sedgwick, autor best seller internacional, escribe sobre los monstruos que hemos creado, tanto en la literatura, como en nuestras propias mentes en esta reinterpretación del Frankenstein de Mary Shelley.1816. Villa Diodati, a las orillas del Lago Lemán: el Año sin Verano. Mientras Byron Polidori y el Sr. y la Sra. Shelley leen viejas historias e imaginan otras nuevas, todas ellas relacionadas con fantasmas. Nacido de la imaginación de los Shelley se encuentra Frankenstein, una de las historias de terror más influyentes de todos los tiempos.En una casa de una remota montaña, en lo más alto de los Alpes Franceses, un escritor se encuentra criando a la creación de los Shelley. La realidad y la percepción de unen, alimentadas por pensamientos envenenados. La humanidad crea monstruos; pero ¿quién crea a quién realmente? Este es un libro sobre la razón, la imaginación y sobre los actos relacionados con la lectura y la escritura.Esta fantasmagórica novela de Marcus Sedgwick constituye una celebración al legado de Mary Shelley, ahora que se cumple el bicentenario de su creación.Marcus Sedgwick nació y creció en el East Kent al sureste de Inglaterra. Actualmente vive en los Alpes Franceses. Ganador de varios premios literarios, entre los que destacan el Michael L. Printz y los dos Printz Honors en 2011 y 2016. Ha sido juez de varios premios, incluyendo el Guardian Children's Fiction Prize y el Costa Book Awards. También ha ilustrado algunas de sus propias novelas.

Corre el año 1863 en Londres y el joven John Watson conoce a un niño peculiar llamado Weirdo. Inteligente a la par que valiente y tan rebelde como extraño, Weirdo y John Watson viven aventuras trepidantes envueltas de misterios inauditos. Juntos vivirán mil hazañas y se enfrentarán a peligros que no harán más que fortalecer la gran amistad que los une.Pilar María Esteras Casanova es escritora y actriz de doblaje. Gran aficionada a la novela negra y de misterio, su gran amor por la lectura toma forma con las encomiables novelas del detective Sherlock Holmes y su ayudante John Watson. En este libro rinde su particular homenaje a la genial saga detectivesca regalándonos un relato donde cada detalle puede ser una pista.

Little Sara Crewe is devastated when her father leaves her at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary, a boarding school for young women in London. She adores her papa and would have much rather have accompanied him on his expedition to India.Alas, she finds herself stuck under the watchful eye of Miss Minchin. Sara despises everything about the head mistress, from her fishy glare to her large, cold hands. Every time a letter arrives at the boarding school, she hopes it's for her, saying that her father is returning to London.What Sara doesn’t know is that things are about to get worse. A lot worse. Being the wealthy heiress to a large fortune has kept her from knowing Miss Minchin’s true nature, until now. When Sara's father suddenly dies, leaving her orphaned and penniless, the real hardship begins.‘Sara Crewe or What Happened at Miss Minchin's’ is ‘Oliver Twist’ meets ‘Cinderella’. With a good dash of ‘A little princess’, which – coincidentally – was also written by Frances Burnett, who never missed an opportunity to write about orphans overcoming terrible obstacles.Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English American playwright and author. Born in the UK in Manchester to a family of ironmongers, she later migrated to the United States where she would go on to write some of her most famous plays and novels.During the span of her career, Frances Hodgson Burnett wrote and published more than 53 novels, most of them for adults. However, she is perhaps best known for her work in children’s literature, including famous titles such as ‘The Little Princess’ (1905), ‘The Secret Garden’ (1911), and ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’ (1886).Frances Hodgson Burnett is also known for her historical fiction, including acclaimed titles such as 'The Head of the House of Coombe' (1922) and its sequel, 'Robin' (1922).Burnett’s work has been adapted for film many times. The latest movie adaptation of ‘The Secret Garden’ was released in 2020, starring Colin Firth and Julie Walters.

When the young King Amor realizes that the people of his country are mistreating each other and the nature surrounding them, he takes it upon himself to teach them better. No easy task when you’ve also got a kingdom to rule. In fact, it would seem that all hope is lost, until the king learns of a magical flower, one that has the power to turn selfish people into compassionate and caring beings.‘The Land of the Blue Flower’ was written by Frances Hodgson Burnett in 1904, long before Gretha Thunberg came along and begged us to start caring enough about each other and the planet.In many ways ‘The Land of the Blue Flower’ is a fairy tale ahead of its time, and a lesser-known children’s classic by the author of ‘The Secret Garden’.Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English American playwright and author. Born in the UK in Manchester to a family of ironmongers, she later migrated to the United States where she would go on to write some of her most famous plays and novels.During the span of her career, Frances Hodgson Burnett wrote and published more than 53 novels, most of them for adults. However, she is perhaps best known for her work in children’s literature, including famous titles such as ‘The Little Princess’ (1905), ‘The Secret Garden’ (1911), and ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’ (1886).Frances Hodgson Burnett is also known for her historical fiction, including acclaimed titles such as 'The Head of the House of Coombe' (1922) and its sequel, 'Robin' (1922).Burnett’s work has been adapted for film many times. The latest movie adaptation of ‘The Secret Garden’ was released in 2020, starring Colin Firth and Julie Walters.

"When anyone meets us," Meg said, "they always look surprised. Dogs which are not allowed in the house are like us. The only difference is that they don't drive us out—but we are just as much in the way."‘Two little Pilgrims’ Progress’ is the story of orphaned twins, Meg and Robin, left to the care of their Aunt Matilda, who doesn’t take much notice of them. Meg sleeps in a cold servant’s room, while Robin shares a room with someone else. All the two kids have in the world are each other and their dreams.Meg dreams of running away to "The City Beautiful" – Chicago – for the single reason that it is "millions of miles" away from Aunt Matilda's barn. She convinces her brother to run away with her, and through the eyes of the adventurous children, the reader gets to experience a truly magnificent moment in history; the Chicago World's Fair in the late 1890s.Readers who enjoyed ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’ by Mark Twain will also enjoy this book.Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English American playwright and author. Born in the UK in Manchester to a family of ironmongers, she later migrated to the United States where she would go on to write some of her most famous plays and novels.During the span of her career, Frances Hodgson Burnett wrote and published more than 53 novels, most of them for adults. However, she is perhaps best known for her work in children’s literature, including famous titles such as ‘The Little Princess’ (1905), ‘The Secret Garden’ (1911), and ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’ (1886).Frances Hodgson Burnett is also known for her historical fiction, including acclaimed titles such as 'The Head of the House of Coombe' (1922) and its sequel, 'Robin' (1922).Burnett’s work has been adapted for film many times. The latest movie adaptation of ‘The Secret Garden’ was released in 2020, starring Colin Firth and Julie Walters.

In the nation of Littleland, King Benefactor and Queen Echo have decided to host a grand racing tournament to find the fastest car in the land. All seven cars show up, with The Speedy Car and The Flashy Car expected to win. Nobody gives The Square car much of a look, with his square wheels, square engine, square seats and square tyres - how could he possibly win? But this rambunctious little car will win the hearts of the people with his passion and steadfast determination in this wholesome and loving little story from best-selling author Jeffrey Archer.If your kids loved the Pixar and Disney franchise, ‘Cars’, they'll love this sweet story.Jeffrey Archer is a British novelist, Baron and former politician. During his political career, Archer began to write, his second novel ‘Kane and Abel’ becoming an international bestseller. The novel became a mini-series some years later starring Sam Neil. He is the author of the ‘Clifton Chronicles’ as well as a number of short stories and plays, as well as several best-selling children’s novels. His best known works include ‘ First Among Equals’, ‘Kane and Abel’ and ‘Only Time Will Tell’.

Oh no, Yo-Yo the Cat has been mysteriously kidnapped!It’s up to Willy and his faithful teddy Randolph to fly through space to Square World where Yo-Yo has been taken. Here they’ll get the help of Fuzziness, the wise Big Whoosh, Glowsnake and the Upsidedown Bird. Willy will need all the help he can get when he takes on Grumpfuzz and his Thieving Bird before they have Yo-Yo for breakfast.'Willy Visits the Square World' is a brilliantly loving tale, full of funny characters and beautiful worlds from best-selling author Jeffrey Archer. Perfect for some bedtime reading. Jeffrey Archer is a British novelist, Baron and former politician. During his political career, Archer began to write, his second novel ‘Kane and Abel’ becoming an international bestseller. The novel became a mini-series some years later starring Sam Neil. He is the author of the ‘Clifton Chronicles’ as well as a number of short stories and plays, as well as several best-selling children’s novels. His best known works include ‘ First Among Equals’, ‘Kane and Abel’ and ‘Only Time Will Tell’.

The world’s largest submarine The Neptune is missing, lost somewhere at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean.When Willy hears about it, he sets out right away with rambunctious Randolph, his fuzzy teddy, to rescue the crew of The Neptune. Along the way he’ll meet Sybil Seagull, The Rightaway Bird and Boris the Blue Whale, who will help him take on Konrad the Killer Kipper who has taken the crew of the Neptune hostage. Can Willy and his new found friends save the crew before they become Konrad’s lunch?A delightful children's story from best-selling author, Jeffrey Archer. Jeffrey Archer is a British novelist, Baron and former politician. During his political career, Archer began to write, his second novel ‘Kane and Abel’ becoming an international bestseller. The novel became a mini-series some years later starring Sam Neil. He is the author of the ‘Clifton Chronicles’ as well as a number of short stories and plays, as well as several best-selling children’s novels. His best known works include ‘ First Among Equals’, ‘Kane and Abel’ and ‘Only Time Will Tell’.

Fjortonåriga Polly Milton har blivit bjuden till storstaden för att besöka sin vän Fanny Shaw. Under sin vistelse ska Polly bo hos Fanny och hennes välbärgade familj. Men livet i storstaden skiljer sig avsevärt från Pollys liv på landet och hon har svårt att finna sig till rätta i stadens mode och extravagans. Därtill är familjen Shaws gemensamma leverne långt ifrån den stillsamma och kärleksfulla tillvaro hon är van vid. Fannys lillebror Tom är särskilt retligt inställd till Polly.En präktig flicka följer Polly från barndomens somrar hos familjen Shaw, till vuxen ålder då hon återvänder till staden för att arbeta som lärare. Familjen Shaw har då hamnat i ekonomisk knipa och Pollys annorlunda syn på livet kommer att spela en viktig roll i familjens väg tillbaka.Louisa May Alcott föddes 1832 i Germantown i Pennsylvania och dog 1888 i Massachusetts. Under sitt relativt korta liv hann hon skriva böcker för alla åldrar, men mest känd är hon för ungdomsboken Unga Kvinnor (1868).

Ved et tilfælde opdager killingerne Toulouse, Berlioz og Marie en gammel, forladt dyrecafé. De synes, at idéen om en café for dyr er så fantastisk, at de får lyst til at åbne den igen og styre den helt selv! Der venter mange udfordringer forude, men også nye venner. Vil det mon lykkes dem?© Disney. All rights reserved.Bliv fortryllet af DISNEYS fantastiske verden. Tag med på eventyr og oplev magien med Mickey, Minnie, Anders, Fedtmule, Aladdin, Dumbo, Lynet McQueen, Anna, Elsa, Peter Plys, Snehvide, Løvernes Garde, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Vaiana og alle de andre fra DISNEYS skatkammer. Slå ørerne ud og læn dig tilbage – mod det uendelige univers!

El príncep Adalbert ha sigut maleït per la bruixa Malespuces! Ara que s'ha convertit en una granota, què farà? L'única manera de trencar l'encanteri és rebent el petó d'una princesa i seria feina fàcil si en Adalbert no fos tan tímid i acoquinat. Cada cop que parla amb una noia es mor de vergonya i no pot dir paraules boniques a les seves pretendentes. Aconseguirà el príncep Adalbert conèixer una noia que el vulgui besar?Maria Carme Roca (Barcelona, 21 de novembre de 1955) és llicenciada en Història i Filologia Catalana. Des dels anys noranta ha escrit més de quaranta obres, la major part juvenils o infantils, però també ha treballat en novelles adultes i ha col·laborat en l'elaboració de diversos guions. Ha rebut premis literaris com el Néstor Luján de novela historica o el Premi Barcanova de literatura infantil i juvenil.

Elena ha cumplido diecinueve años y acaba de ingresar como becaria en el programa conocido como «El show de Luca», conducido por un presentador de treinta años con fama de rompecorazones. Elena, sabedora de esto, se muestra al principio distante y reservada con su jefe, pero pasado un tiempo se enamora de él y descubre que tiene un pasado terrible que le hace sufrir. Ambos vivirán una historia de amor en la que se enfrentarán a toda clase de obstáculos.David Escamilla es comunicador, editor, escritor y músico. Ha trabajado como director y presentador tanto en radio como en televisión para cadenas como RNE, Catalunya Ràdio, TVE o Cuatro. Ha publicado más de cincuenta libros desde 1992 entre los que se incluyen ensayos, biografías, novelas, relatos breves, guías culturales y poesía.

Una novel·la històrica que ens trasllada a la Barcelona de l'any 1342. Quan Jaume III de Mallorca, acompanyat de la seva esposa, arriba a Barcelona per entrevistar el seu cunyat, Pere III, ja sap que la reunió no anirà bé. Fa temps que estan barallats, ja que els seus desitjos es contradiuen: un vol conservar el regne, l'altre vol recuperar el que el seu rebesavi, Jaume I, va dividir. Carme Maria Roca mostra un episodi històric d'intriga, maquinacions polítiques i amor.Maria Carme Roca (Barcelona, 21 de novembre de 1955) és llicenciada en Història i Filologia Catalana. Des dels anys noranta ha escrit més de quaranta obres, la major part juvenils o infantils, però també ha treballat en novelles adultes i ha col·laborat en l'elaboració de diversos guions. Ha rebut premis literaris com el Néstor Luján de novela historica o el Premi Barcanova de literatura infantil i juvenil.

Pubblicato nel 1912, questo racconto educativo per ragazzi narra la storia di una famiglia molto affiatata che durante le vacanze estive decide di riunirsi in campagna presso il nonno, sindaco del paese e noto a tutti col soprannome di Barbabianca. Oltre a occuparsi del benessere del villaggio, Barbabianca vive insieme ai nipotini tante piccole avventure quotidiane, dall'esplorazione di uno stagno con i suoi animali all'incontro con una misteriosa tribù di zingari. Attraverso una narrazione tradizionale ma vivace, che cerca di toccare i maggiori temi educativi per i ragazzi dell'epoca, lo svolgersi delle vicende porterà infine i bambini a imparare valori come l'amore per la natura, la sensibilità e il rispetto per gli altri.Virginia Tedeschi-Treves (1849 - 1916), nota anche con lo pseudonimo di Cordelia, è stata una scrittrice italiana. Dopo il matrimonio nel 1870 con Giuseppe Treves, proprietario col fratello Emilio della casa editrice Fratelli Treves, diede vita a un salotto letterario frequentato dai principali intellettuali dell'epoca, soprattutto dell'ambiente lombardo e del nord Italia. Contemporaneamente iniziò la sua fortunata carriera di scrittrice di racconti per ragazzi e di romanzi rosa, all'epoca definiti "romanzi per signore". Oltre alla vasta produzione letteraria, lavorò per anni come direttrice di riviste di moda.

Johanne Vilding bor sammen med sin mor i København, men da sommerferien står for døren, bliver hun sendt til Jylland som feriebarn. Hun skal bo hos Herredsfoged Bloch og hans familie, som tæller en børneflok på fem. Det står snart klart for Johanne, at det vil blive en begivenhedsrig ferie – og så kommer den oven i købet til at ændre hendes liv for altid.Anna Erslevs "Sommerferie" er oprindeligt udgivet i 1899 og er genudgivet som et historisk dokument med samtidens sprogbrug.Anna Erslev (1862-1919), dansk forfatter og redaktør, voksede op i et kulturelt præget hjem. En stor del af Erslevs forfatterskab består af små fortællinger og noveller til det helt unge publikum, men fra 1914 og frem til sin tidlige død i 1919 begav Erslev sig ud i et omfattende folkeoplysningsarbejde med værkerne "Tonekunstens mestre", "Billedkunstens mestre" og "Digtekunstens mestre". Bøgerne og kunstnerportrætterne er skrevet med stor omhu og ud fra en tydelig kærlighed til kulturens verden.

"It can't be summer always, dear, but we can make fair weather for ourselves if we try."From the author of ‘Little Women’, this short story follows 12-year-old Marjorie who dreams of wealth, happiness, and a handsome prince. On her birthday, all her wishes come true. She embarks on an adventure, meets new people, and soon learns to appreciate what she already has. This sweet story has a lovely moral about gratitude and can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike.Louisa May Alcott (1832 – 1888) was an American novelist, short story writer and poet. Having grown up in poverty, May Alcott was a passionate advocate for women's rights and abolitionist. She is best known as the author of the March Family Series: "Little Women", "Good Wives", "Little Men" and "Jo's Boys".

The second in the ‘Marjorie Maynard’ series of children’s books, in ‘Marjorie’s Busy Days’ we are reunited with the mischievous young Marjorie. Back at home with her family, Marjorie always seems to find herself in some kind of trouble, despite her best efforts to be good. A sweet story from the popular children’s author Carolyn Wells. Fans of L.M. Montgomery’s ‘Anne of Green Gables’ and ‘What Katie Did’ by Susan Coolidge will enjoy the wholesome Marjorie Maynard series.Carolyn Wells (1862-1942) was a prolific American novelist and poet, best known for her children’s literature, mystery novels and humorous verse. Following school in New Jersey, Wells worked as a librarian, where she developed her love of reading. It was during 1896 that Wells' first book ‘At the Sign of the Sphinx’ was published. From 1900 she dedicated herself to her literary career, writing over 170 novels in total across a range of genres. Some of her most loved works include the ‘Patty Fairfield’ and ‘Marjorie Maynard’ series for girls, as well as the ‘Fleming Stone’ mystery series for adults. Wells is also well-known for her humorous nonsense verse, and was a frequent contributor of verse to magazines. She published an autobiography ‘The Rest of my Life’ in 1937. Wells died in New York City in 1942.

Back home in America following her European adventures, in ‘Patty’s Success’ Patty begins to learn a little about the world of work. Patty hears about a talented young artist who wants to come to New York City to train but can’t afford it. Believing it should be easy to earn enough money, Patty and her father challenge each other – if Patty can earn $15 in a week her father will pay for the artist’s education. Patty soon finds it harder than she imagined to earn a decent wage, but she is determined to achieve her goal. An entertaining story in the Patty Fairfield series from prolific author Carolyn Wells, ‘Patty’s Success’ is also a fascinating insight into views on acceptable occupations for young women in early 20th century America.Carolyn Wells (1862-1942) was a prolific American novelist and poet, best known for her children’s literature, mystery novels and humorous verse. Following school in New Jersey, Wells worked as a librarian, where she developed her love of reading. It was during 1896 that Wells' first book ‘At the Sign of the Sphinx’ was published. From 1900 she dedicated herself to her literary career, writing over 170 novels in total across a range of genres. Some of her most loved works include the ‘Patty Fairfield’ and ‘Marjorie Maynard’ series for girls, as well as the ‘Fleming Stone’ mystery series for adults. Wells is also well-known for her humorous nonsense verse, and was a frequent contributor of verse to magazines. She published an autobiography ‘The Rest of my Life’ in 1937. Wells died in New York City in 1942.

First published in 1887, ‘The Big Otter’ by prolific author R.M. Ballantyne is one of many of his stories which draws on his own experiences of living and working in remote parts of Canada as a young man while working for the Hudson’s Bay Company. In an inhospitable part of Canada, a group of British hunters and explorers are living and working together. When two of their number, George Maxby and Jack Lumley, are instructed to set out on their own to establish a new trading post they are helped in their endeavour by a Native American named Big Otter. The trio will encounter plenty of danger and adventure along the way, as well as plenty of wonder as they explore this harsh but beautiful part of the world.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

Fatherless young Charlie Brooke is a brave and kind character, who is always trying to help others. His mother is struggling to make ends meet, and when Charlie leaves school he must find a way to support them both. One fateful day Charlie encounters a shipwreck, and his brave actions in the face of much danger will change the course of his life forever. A thrilling adventure tale by Scottish author R.M. Ballantyne.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

First published in 1873, ‘Life in the Red Brigade’ by popular author R.M. Ballantyne is an adventure story which follows young firefighter Joe Dashwood and his exploits with the London fire service during its earliest days. Joe and his colleagues face all sorts of problems and dangers as they dash around London attending calls for their urgent services. A fascinating story, and a delightful peek at an institution in its infancy.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

Originally published in 1883, ‘The Battery and the Boiler’ by R.M. Ballantyne is a fascinating nautical adventure story. Born aboard a ship in the midst of a powerful storm, and fascinated by electricity due to the circumstances of his birth, young Robin Wright was always destined for a life on the open sea. His two interests collide when young Robin is asked to help lay powerful submarine cables and so he sets sail on the experience of a lifetime. A charming and intriguing tale from the popular children’s author.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.