When orphaned Pollyanna Whittier comes to live with her stern maiden aunt, the entire town of Beldingsville is affected by the bubbly nature of this lively eleven-year-old. Not only is she perpetually cheerful, she also brightens the lives of everyone she meets.How does Pollyanna manage to be so eternally optimistic? How does she spread her…
Anne of Avonlea by Lucy Maud Montgomery is the sequel to Anne of Green Gables and follows the beloved character Anne Shirley as she transitions from adolescence into young adulthood. The story is set in the small, picturesque village of Avonlea, where Anne, now 16, takes on the role of a schoolteacher at the local…
At the Earth’s Core follows the adventurous tale of David Innes, a young inventor in the early 20th century. Innes discovers a remarkable machine created by his eccentric mentor, Professor Abner Perry, designed to drill deep into the Earth. Eager to explore the planet’s mysteries, Innes convinces Perry to join him on an expedition using…
The Railway Children , écrit par E. Nesbit, est un conte touchant qui suit les aventures de trois frères et sœurs, Roberta (Bobbie), Peter et Phyllis, après que leur père a été injustement emprisonné. L’histoire commence avec la famille qui déménage dans un cottage pittoresque près d’une voie ferrée dans la campagne anglaise, où les…
Tom Brown’s School Days by Thomas Hughes is a coming-of-age novel set in the early Victorian era, chronicling the life of a young boy named Tom Brown as he navigates the challenges of boarding school at Rugby. The story begins with Tom’s experiences at home before he is sent off to Rugby, where he grapples…
“Winnie the Pooh,” created by A.A. Milne, is a beloved children’s book that follows the adventures of a gentle and simple-minded bear named Winnie the Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. Pooh is best known for his love of honey and his laid-back approach to life, often getting into amusing predicaments as…
Boy: The Wandering Dog is a heartwarming tale that follows the adventures of a spirited dog named Boy, who embarks on a journey of exploration and discovery. The story begins in a small town where Boy lives with his loving owner, a young boy named Max. Together, they share a deep bond, filled with playful moments…
Beowulf is an Old English epic poem set in Scandinavia, recounting the heroic deeds of its protagonist, Beowulf, a Geatish warrior. The story begins with King Hrothgar of Denmark, whose mead hall, Heorot, is terrorized by a monstrous creature named Grendel. Grendel, enraged by the joy and noise from the hall, slaughters Hrothgar’s men for years,…
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Twain follows the journey of a young boy, Huck, as he navigates life along the Mississippi River. The novel is set in the pre-Civil War South and serves as both a coming-of-age tale and a satirical commentary on society’s flaws, particularly racism. Huck, who has been adopted by the Widow Douglas…
Adventures of a Bear, and a Great Bear Too by Alfred Elwes is a whimsical story that follows the adventures of two bears. The main character, a lively and curious bear, embarks on various escapades across forests, mountains, and other landscapes. His journey is filled with challenges, but he navigates them with wit and courage. Along…
