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OverviewThis wonderful anthology features the stories of some of the best-loved heroines in children's books. From Jo March who sells her hair to raise money for her family, to George's single-minded commitment to protecting her island in The Famous Five to Bobbie's quick-thinking action that prevents a train crash in THE RAILWAY CHILDREN, these girls demonstrate courage beyond their years. Each of the 24 chapters contains an introduction about the courageous girl featured and a satisfying extract from the original book. These fictional heroines will inspire young readers with their stories of expectations defied, fears faced and obstacles overcome. This collection is also bound to tempt readers to discover these classic novels for themselves. Classic novels featured include LITTLE WOMEN, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, FIVE ON A TREASURE ISLAND, THE RAILWAY CHILDREN, JANE EYRE, A LITTLE PRINCESS, POLLYANNA and THE WIZARD OF OZ, as well as beloved fairy tales from diverse cultures such as THE SNOW QUEEN, KATE CRACKERNUTS and WHITE CHRYSANTHEMUM. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Louisa May Alcott , L. Frank Baum , Hans Christian Andersen , E. NesbitPublisher: Hachette Children's Group Imprint: Hodder Children's Books Dimensions: Width: 13.00cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 20.40cm Weight: 0.256kg ISBN: 9781444952315ISBN 10: 1444952315 Pages: 320 Publication Date: 16 May 2019 Recommended Age: From 8 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationAuthors featured are: L M Alcott L Frank Baum Hans Christian Andersen E Nesbit Charlotte Bronte Joseph Jacobs Kate Douglas Wiggin Enid Blyton Yei Theodora Ozaki Dorothy Canfield Lewis Carroll Maive Stokes Frances Hodgson Burnett Brothers Grimm Eleanor H Porter L M Montgomery Nathaniel Hawthorne Emily Bronte Mary de Morgan Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |