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Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2)

THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Dot and Tot of Merryland-L. Frank Baum

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Adventures of the Runaway Rocking Chair-Howard R. Garis

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    American Myths and Legends, Volume 1-Charles M. Skinner

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Stories of Old Greece and Rome-Emilie Kip Baker

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Three Good Giants-François Rabelais

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Betrothal-Maurice Maeterlinck

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Eskimo Folk-Tales-Knud Rasmussen

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Fairy Tales-Hans Christian Andersen

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Iliad for Boys and Girls-Alfred John Church

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Alice in Wonderland, Retold in Words of One Syllable-Mrs. J. C. Gorham

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Polish Fairy Tales-A. J. Glinski

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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    Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2)-Nathaniel Hawthorne

    "Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2)" by Nathaniel Hawthorne invites listeners into a world of enchanting tales that spark the imagination of both young and old. This collection weaves together timeless stories that explore themes of wonder, morality, and the beauty of nature, making it a delightful experience for listeners today. The narratives encourage a sense of curiosity and creativity, resonating with the enduring human spirit to seek adventure and meaning. Hawthorne's masterful storytelling captivates audiences, ensuring that these whimsical tales remain relevant and cherished across generations. Immerse yourself in this classic work that continues to inspire wonder and joy.

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    Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2)-Nathaniel Hawthorne

    "Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2)" by Nathaniel Hawthorne invites listeners into a world of enchanting tales that spark the imagination of both young and old. This collection weaves together timeless stories that explore themes of wonder, morality, and the beauty of nature, making it a delightful experience for listeners today. The narratives encourage a sense of curiosity and creativity, resonating with the enduring human spirit to seek adventure and meaning. Hawthorne's masterful storytelling captivates audiences, ensuring that these whimsical tales remain relevant and cherished across generations. Immerse yourself in this classic work that continues to inspire wonder and joy.

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    Wonder Book for Girls and Boys version 2 - Nathaniel Hawthorne

    THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851)

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