"Published in 1883, The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood is one of the most popular interpretations of the English hero. Influenced by the classic texts, author Howard Pyle creates a cohesive narrative full of action, adventure and humor. Although intended for children, this story's an enjoyable read for all ages."--Page 4 of cover

Contains The Emperor's Nightingale, Five in One Pod, Whatever the Old Man Does Is Right, The Flying Trunk, The Ugly Duckling, and The Swineherd.

Alice in Wonderland: A little girl falls down a rabbit hole and discovers a world of nonsensical and amusing characters. Through the looking glass: In this sequel to "Alice in Wonderland," Alice goes through the mirror to find a strange world where curious adventures await her.

An illustrated collection of stories and poems by the noted horror writer, including "The Fall of the House of Usher, " "The Pit and the Pendulum, " and "The Raven."

A horse of nineteenth century England tells his life story from his early home through many masters and experiences, both good and bad.

An Englishman stranded by shipwreck on a desert island survives there for some thirty years.

When the kind and imaginative seven-year-old Sara Crewe reaches Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies with her papa, she doesn't quite like it. "'I don't like it, papa," she said. "But then I dare say soldiers--even brave ones-- don't really like going into battle." The apple of her father's eye, Sara has all the privileges at the seminary and is treated with special care. Soon enough, she befriends her classmates and is nicknamed a 'princess',...