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Collected across generations and cultures, The Red Romance Book is a vast collection of folklore that explores medieval legends. The Red Romance Book is a medley of short fiction, collected, translated, and edited by the literary duo Andrew and Leonora Lang. With stories of knights, dragons, and werewolves, The Red Romance Book is whimsical, charming, and suitable for all ages.

When Jonathan Rugg receives a mysterious and beautifully-etched ball of ivory from a woman wearing a silver veil, he does not suspect he has stumbled onto an ancient curse. Soon, however, he is attacked by ruthless pirates and forced to flee for his life. Howard Pyle's The Ruby of Kishmoor is a timeless story of greed and adventure, a nonstop swirl of action and intrigue no reader will want to put down.

Faced with the failure of his physician's clinic, Doctor John Dolittle turns to the animal world and, with the help of his parrot Polynesia, learns to speak their language. As news of his veterinary practice spreads, Dolittle is recruited to cure animals around the world. The Story of Doctor Dolittle is a children's novel by Hugh Lofting.

Exploring the Berkshire Downs of Oxfordshire, a curious young boy discovers a wise old dragon, and the pair become fast friends. When the townspeople learn of the dragon's existence, however, they send for St. George to kill him. A sequel to his beloved The Golden Age, Dream Days is a collection of stories for children by Kenneth Grahame.

When a wicked tornado hits a small town in Kansas, Dorothy and her little dog Toto wake up, not in the comfort of their own home, but in a magical land called Oz. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, by Frank L. Baum, has become one of the most well-known American stories of our time, inspiring its many readers that there is indeed, "no place like home."

On a breezy afternoon, a girl named Alice remarked at a rather peculiar sight. Suddenly, she is down the rabbit hole and into a new world of fantastical and curious creatures. Written in 1865, Lewis Carroll's, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is a timeless treasure that has captivated the imagination of so many of its readers.

Young Alice passes through a mirror into a land of reversal, paradox and sublime imagination, in Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll. Brimming with strange and delightful characters and incidents, poetry and wordplay, elegance and nonsense, this is a classic for both children and anyone who has ever been a child.

Left in the care of two nymphs, Proserpine is kidnapped by Pluto, god of the underworld. Distraught, her mother petitions the counsel of Jove, ruler of the heavens. When Pan loses to Apollo in a musical contest, he the judgment of Midas, a powerful king. Proserpine and Midas is a collection of plays by Percy Bysshe Shelley and Mary Shelley.

The Happy Prince and Other Tales(1888) is an enormously popular collection of classic short stories from Oscar Wilde. This timeless volume, enthralling both adults and children since its publication, includes five delightful stories and features The Selfish Giant one of the most beloved fairy tales in all of literature.

Otto of the Silver Hand (1888) is Howard Pyle's epic take on the medieval legend, a high adventure yarn that was the first novel that explored the darker historical aspects of the Hapsburg empire. Despite its realism, this classic children's book is heartwarming story of true valiance, kindness, and the power of love.

Eventually, fairytales must be dismissed as mere works of fiction, however, truth is determined to stay on the mind. The Red True Story Book is a collection of short fiction compiled, translated, and edited by Andrew Lang. With stories of brave soldiers, and stunning acts of nature, this collection explores the curious truths of history.

Full of adventure, desire, violence, and loyalty, The Book of Romance explores King Arthur's court with originality and accuracy. Written by Andrew and Leonora Lang, The Book of Romance is a collection of short fiction that was recovered, translated, and edited by the couple. Featuring dazzling stories of an age of chivalry, and quests, this collection is appropriate for all ages.

Through both noble births and humble origins, remarkable leaders have appeared, creating a legacy that affects generations. The Book of Princes and Princesses is a collection of short stories assembled, translated, and edited by Andrew and Leonora Lang. Depicting the lives and legacies of both popular and lesser-known monarchs, this collection is a fascinating compilation of truth and history.

Crusaders, lepers, wives, royalty, soldiers, and philanthropists each prove that one's ability for heroism does not correlate to status, but rather the contents of their hearts. The Red Book of Heroes is a stunning collection of short fiction curated, translated, and edited by Andrew and Leonora Lang. With compelling prose, this collection celebrates lesser-known but well deserving heroes of history.

A lowly Munchkin with a forbidden gift joins forces with an exiled king in order to conquer the land of Oz. In The Magic of Oz, the penultimate installment of L. Frank Baum's classic series, the reader returns once more to a land of wonder that is as much an escape as it is a reflection of the world we live in.

The young Jeanne and her cousin Hugh are drawn to a special room decorated with eye-catching tapestry that pulls the children into a mystical world. The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance is a fun and accessible tale about family and friendship.Jeanne is a young girl who lives in a large old house. Despite its size, she's often captivated by one room located down the hall. It is covered with tapestry and feels different from every other space. With the arrival of her younger cousin Hugh, she finally decides to explore the room with the fanciful designs. The pair quickly realize their home is more than meets the eye. They embark on a magical adventure that includes enchanted creatures and striking visuals.The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance was published more than a hundred years ago but maintains its flair for childlike fancy. It's an exciting tale about two inquisitive kids who discover a different world. This is just one of Moleworth's many entries in the popular children's genre.With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Tapestry Room: A Child's Romance is both modern and readable. Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

The Magic World (1909) is a collection of twelve children¿s fantasy stories by English writer Edith Nesbit. Using elements of magic and mystery familiar to readers of her beloved Bastable and Psammead Trilogies, Nesbit crafts tales of wonder and adventure for children and adults alike.In ¿The Cat-hood of Maurice,¿ a young boy learns firsthand the consequences of mistreating the family cat. One day, Maurice attaches an empty sardine can to Lord Hugh¿s tail, terrifying and traumatizing the poor cat. When his father gets home, Maurice is told that he will be spending the next week at Dr. Strongitharm¿s school for wayward boys. At the last moment, Maurice discovers Lord Hugh in his room, who reveals to the boy a magic word that will turn him into a cat. In ¿Accidental Magic,¿ a boy named Quentin is sent to school in Salisbury. Immensely interested in archaeology and history, Quentin is excited to learn that he will be able to visit Stonehenge while at school. After getting in a fight with a bully, Quentin runs away in fear of expulsion and escapes through the fields toward Stonehenge. There, he searches for the fabled altar stone, where, exhausted and scared, he falls asleep. When he wakes up, he finds he has been transported to the lost world of Atlantis, where the people call him the ¿Chosen of the Gods,¿ but fail to reveal what it is he is chosen for.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Edith Nesbit¿s The Magic World is a classic of English children¿s literature reimagined for modern readers.

Nathaniel Hawthorne presents a multilayered story consisting of six Greek myths that are told from a unique perspective and appeals to all readers, specifically children. His writing style transcends age to deliver a family-friendly narrative. A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys is a compilation of classic stories inspired by Greek mythology. Hawthorne's interpretation is filtered through the fictional character, Eustace Bright, a college student who's entertaining a group of children. The book features "The Gorgon's Head," a popular epic that follows Perseus and his quest to slay Medusa. There's also "The Paradise of Children," a cautionary tale about Pandora's box, and "The Golden Touch," which recalls the story of King Midas. Originally published in 1851, A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys continues to stand the test of time. Its stories are literary staples that have been adapted for multiple mediums. The collection also produced the sequel, Tanglewood Tales, which was released in 1853. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys is both modern and readable.

A vibrant collection of children's tales from Scottish author Andrew Lang. The Grey Fairy Book is a premier selection of international stories of French, Italian and German descent. This installment features notable titles such as "The Dog and the Sparrow" and "The Story of the Queen of the Flowery Isles."