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KidnappedKidnapped 
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 Secret GardenThe Secret Garden 
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
A spoiled and sickly girl undergoes a joyful transformation as she restores an abandoned garden and discovers the pleasures of friendship, good health, and high spirits.


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The Wonderful Wizard of OzThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz 
by L. Frank Baum
Memorable classic invites youngsters to travel down the Yellow Brick Road with the delightful little girl from Kansas and her unusual friends. 20 black-and-white illustrations.


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HeidiHeidi 
by Johanna Spyri
Heartwarming tale of a cheerful orphan who transforms the lives of those closest to her when she is sent to live with her hermit-like grandfather high in the Swiss Alps.


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The Story of the AmistadThe 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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The Fables of AesopThe Fables of Aesop 
by Joseph Jacobs
Valuable lessons in life for youngsters in tales that include "The Fox and the Grapes," "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse," and dozens more. 170 illustrations.


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Alice in WonderlandAlice in Wonderland
by Lewis Carroll
After falling down a rabbit hole, Alice meets the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Mock Turtle, the Red Queen, and other fanciful folk. Contains all 42 original illustrations by John Tenniel.



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Anne of AvonleaAnne of Avonlea
by L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
The spirited redhead returns in this sequel to Anne of Green Gables. Now she's the schoolma'am in the same place where she was a student, determined to win the respect and affection of her students.



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Anne of Green GablesAnne of Green Gables
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
A precocious and talkative 11-year-old comes from an orphanage to live on a Canadian farm, where she transforms the lives of an elderly couple with her fanciful chatter and endearing ways.



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Black BeautyBlack Beauty
by Anna Sewell
Deeply moving tale of a horse and his experiences at the hands of many owners — some sensitive and gentle, others thoughtless and cruel. For animal lovers of all ages. Unabridged.



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The Fables of AesopThe Fables of Aesop
by Joseph Jacobs
Valuable lessons in life for youngsters in tales that include "The Fox and the Grapes," "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse," and dozens more. 170 illustrations.



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Favorite Fairy TalesFavorite Fairy Tales
by Brothers Grimm
These 21 unabridged stories include such unforgettable classics as "Snow White," "Sleeping Beauty," "The Golden Goose," "Hansel and Gretel," "Little Red Riding Hood," "Rumpelstiltskin," "Rapunzel," and "Tom Thumb."



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Favorite Sherlock Holmes Detective StoriesFavorite 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," 5 others.



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Five Children and ItFive Children and It
by E. Nesbit
Five youngsters discover a bizarre sand creature that grants wishes. Unfortunately, these wishes come undone at sunset, leaving the children to face the unpleasant consequences.



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The Happy Prince and Other Fairy TalesThe Happy Prince and Other Fairy Tales
by Oscar Wilde
Nine charming, sensitive stories: "The Happy Prince," "The Selfish Giant," "The Star-Child," "The Nightingale and the Rose," "The Birthday of the Infanta," "The Remarkable Rocket," "The Devoted Friend," more.


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HeidiHeidi
by Johanna Spyri
Heartwarming tale of a cheerful orphan who transforms the lives of those closest to her when she is sent to live with her hermit-like grandfather high in the Swiss Alps.



Our Price $4.00


The Jungle BookThe Jungle Book
by Rudyard Kipling
Subtle lessons in justice, loyalty, and tribal law pervade these 14 imaginative tales, recounted by a master storyteller with a special talent for entertaining audiences of all ages.



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Just So StoriesJust So Stories
by Rudyard Kipling
"How the Camel Got His Hump," "How the Whale Got His Throat," "How the Leopard Got His Spots," "How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin," "The Elephant's Child," 7 others.



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KidnappedKidnapped
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.


Our Price $4.50


King Arthur: Tales from the Round TableKing Arthur: Tales from the Round Table
by Andrew Lang
Thirteen favorite tales from the Arthurian myth describe how the legendary king acquired Excalibur, the meetings at the Round Table, the quest for the Holy Grail, and more. 28 black-and-white illustrations.



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The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy TalesThe Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales
by Hans Christian Andersen
Thirteen engaging tales exuding originality, whimsy and humor — among them "Great Claus and Little Claus," "The Ugly Duckling," "The Red Shoes," "Thumbelina," and the title story.



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Little WomenLittle Women
by Louisa May Alcott
Timeless, heartwarming tale of the four March sisters — Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy — and their home life, loves, and adventures during the Civil War era. Complete and unabridged.


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Native American Tales and LegendsNative American Tales and Legends
by Allan A. Macfarlan
More than 30 stories, including creation myths, hero tales, trickster stories, as well as tales of little people, giants, and monsters, and of magic, enchantment, sorcery, and the spirit world.



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Peter PanPeter 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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Robin HoodRobin 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 Secret GardenThe Secret Garden
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
A spoiled and sickly girl undergoes a joyful transformation as she restores an abandoned garden and discovers the pleasures of friendship, good health, and high spirits.



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