|  |  In Freedom's Cause: A Story of Wallace and Bruce
by G. A. Henty
At the end of the 13th century, oppressed Scots rebelled against England with leaders William Wallace and Robert Bruce. This tale takes readers into heroic company with the fictional Archie Forbes, who fights alongside the legends.
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 The Boy Knight: A Tale of the Crusades
by G. A. Henty
This story of medieval life follows the remarkable adventures of young Cuthbert de Lance, a lad who serves as a page to an English nobleman during the Third Crusade.
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| |  Wulf the Saxon: A Story of the Norman Conquest
by G. A. Henty
This exciting, historically accurate tale of loyalty and courage in 11th-century Britain recounts a thane's bravery in service to his Saxon king — a duty that culminates at the Battle of Hastings.
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 Under Drake's Flag: A Tale of the Spanish Main
by G. A. Henty
Adventure on the high seas as seen through the eyes of young Ned Hearne, who experiences a harsh seafaring life, visits strange lands, and witnesses the destruction of the Spanish Armada.
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| |  A Tale of the Western Plains
by G. A. Henty
Fact meets fiction in Henty's "fiercely accurate" adventure! Young Hugh Tunstall travels from England to the American West and finds work on a cattle ranch, encounters hostile Indians, and chases kidnappers. 5 illustrations.
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by G. A. Henty
The Civil War is seen through the eyes of a spirited Southern teenager who staunchly supports the rights of slaves but joins Lee's cavalry and fights for the Confederacy. 15 black-and-white illustrations.
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 Mr. Midshipman Easy
by Frederick Marryat, John Harland
This 1836 novel combines adventure and humor in recounting a philosophical lad's initiation into the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. A stirring tale, based on the author's firsthand experiences. 37 illustrations.
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| |  Sir Nigel: A Novel of the Hundred Years' War
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
In this illustrated epic of adventure and romance, squire Nigel Loring attempts to earn his knighthood during the Hundred Years War . . . and must perform three great deeds to win the heart of the woman he loves.
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 The White Company
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
This spirited account of the exploits of a crew of Saxon archers during the Hundred Years War features cameo appearances by historical figures such as Edward III and the Black Prince.
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| |  The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Full-color facsimile of America's finest children's classic. Splendid adventures of Dorothy, Toto, the Wizard, Tin Man, and more. 143 wonderful original illustrations by W. W. Denslow. 23 color plates. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.
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 Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy and the Wizard visit the center of the Earth, where people are vegetables, glass houses grow, and Oz characters reappear. Dreamlike adventures, hairbreadth escapes, warm humor, in classic fantasy sequel to The Wizard of Oz.
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| |  The Emerald City of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Memorably illustrated tale of Dorothy's move to Oz. Entertaining fantasy introduces the amusingly bizarre Cuttenclips, Wogglebug, Grand Gallipoot, and the Flutterbudgets. 105 black-and-white illustrations.
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 Glinda of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Last Oz book and one of the best. Glinda and the Wizard fight an evil witch to save Dorothy and Princess Ozma. Numerous black-and-white illustrations, 12 color plates by John R. Neill.
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| |  The Lost Princess of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy, the Wizard, the Cowardly Lion, and their chums search Oz for their missing princess and meet delightful new friends. 94 black-and-white illustrations.
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 The Magic of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy, the Wizard, and the Cowardly Lion seek a special gift for Princess Ozma and find treachery. All of the old Oz enchantment, plus many new characters. 101 black-and-white drawings, 12 full-color plates.
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| |  The Marvelous Land of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Second of Baum's Oz books reunites the Scarecrow, Tin Woodsman, and Glinda the Good Witch as they battle a revolution in the Emerald City. Includes 120 black-and-white and 16 full-color illustrations.
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 Ozma of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Fantasy and adventure in the fairy land of Ev with Dorothy, Princess Ozma, a wicked Nome King, an enchanted royal family, and more. 111 black-and-white illustrations.
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| |  The Patchwork Girl of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Delightful story of a patchwork doll brought to life, a magic spell, and more enchanting adventures in the Land of Oz. 130 black-and-white illustrations.
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 Rinkitink in Oz
by L. Frank Baum
A classic in Baum's series of "Oz" adventures, filled with whimsical characters that quickly endear themselves to young readers. 114 black-and-white illustrations by John R. Neill.
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| |  The Road to Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Join Dorothy on another thrilling adventure and meet new friends: the Shaggy Man, Button-Bright, and Polychrome. This handsome reproduction of the original 1909 edition features 126 illustrations by John R. Neill.
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 The Royal Book of Oz
by L. Frank Baum, Ruth Plumly Thompson
Searching for his family tree, the Scarecrow meets the A-B-Sea Serpent, the lumpy mud men, Sir Hokus of Pokes, and others, and finds that he is Emperor of the Silver Island.
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| |  Tik-Tok of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Last in the series of "Oz" books: the Queen of Oogaboo's attempt to conquer the world, the Shaggy Man's efforts to locate his brother, Tik-Tok's efforts to help, much more. 93 black-and-white illustrations.
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 The Sea Fairies
by L. Frank Baum
Enchanting fantasy from creator of beloved "Oz" stories whisks young readers away on an exciting underwater adventure where they meet beguiling mermaids and other astonishing creatures. 78 black-and-white illustrations.
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| |  Sky Island
by L. Frank Baum
A magic umbrella transports three travelers to an astral kingdom where they encounter bizarre inhabitants and face many adventures. A captivating tale for children of all ages. 86 black-and-white illustrations; 12 in full color.
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 Robin Hood
by J. Walker McSpadden
Escape to idyllic Sherwood Forest with these rollicking tales of Robin and his merry men, the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham, lovely Maid Marian, and other unforgettable characters.
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| |  The Railway Children
by E. Nesbit
Three children, forced to alter their comfortable lifestyle when their father is taken away by strangers, move to a simple country cottage near a railway station where their days are filled with adventure.
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 The Story of the Amistad
by Emma Gelders Sterne
Gripping tale of the epic 1839 revolt, aboard the schooner Amistad, of Africans bound for slavery in the New World. Young readers will thrill to the book's "you-are-there" flavor.
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| |  Kidnapped
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Classic adventure novel, set in 1751, centers on a young Scottish orphan, betrayed by his uncle and bound for bondage in the New World. Fast-paced, swashbuckling action.
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 The Swiss Family Robinson
by J. D. Wyss
After a shipwreck, the narrator, his wife, and four sons find themselves castaways on an uninhabited island. Retrieving what they can from the ship, they construct a life for themselves through their own resourcefulness.
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| |  Captains Courageous
by Rudyard Kipling
A pampered millionaire's son learns to be worth his salt among the fishermen working the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. This classic tale has delighted readers of all ages since 1897.
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 The Red Badge of Courage
by Stephen Crane
Stephen Crane's powerful, imaginative, emotionally compelling description of war established him as a major American writer and propelled him to immediate international celebrity.
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| |  Favorite Sherlock Holmes Detective Stories
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Thrilling crime-solving exploits of Holmes and Dr. Watson in a collection of adventure classics: "The Red-Headed League," "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Final Problem," and 5 others.
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 Peter Pan
by J. M. Barrie
Enchanting fantasy about the boy who won't grow up whisks readers off to Never-Never Land where they meet the Lost Boys, Tiger Lily, and Peter's long-time enemy, Captain Hook.
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| |  Men of Iron
by Howard Pyle
A master storyteller at his best, incorporating fascinating historical detail about life in a medieval castle, knighthood, and chivalry into the gripping tale of a boy's fight to restore his family's honor.
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 Otto of the Silver Hand
by Howard Pyle
Born into a robber baron's household in medieval Germany, young Otto is caught in the middle of a violent blood feud. Nevertheless, the lad grows up to be a gentle and loving person. 55 illustrations.
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| |  The Story of the Grail and the Passing of Arthur
by Howard Pyle
Splendid retelling of the adventures of Sir Galahad and the pursuit of the Holy Grail; last days of King Arthur, more. Rich medieval flavor enhanced with 39 of Pyle's atmospheric illustrations.
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 Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: With Illustrations by Willy Pogány
by Lewis Carroll, Willy Pogány
This new edition of Alice's adventures offers a fresh look at the time-honored tale, featuring an abundance of exuberant images by a noted illustrator in the elegant style of Art Nouveau. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.
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| |  Heroes of Greek Mythology
by Charles Kingsley
One of the Victorian age's great storytellers recounts Perseus' quest to slay the Medusa, the search for the Golden Fleece, and Theseus' encounter with the deadly Minotaur. 60 illustrations.
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 The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
by Hugh Lofting
Newbery Medal-winning adventure story recounts the good doctor's lively journeys around the world and exploits involving a sea monster, the language of shellfish, and a shipwreck on a mysterious island.
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| |  The Book of Dragons
by E. Nesbit, H. R. Millar, H. Granville Fell
Eight madcap tales of unpredictable dragons — including one made of ice and another that takes refuge in the General Post Office. 24 illustrations.
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 The Story of Joan of Arc
by E. M. Wilmot-Buxton
Inspiring story of the fifteenth-century farm girl who answered a divine call to drive the English from France.
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