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FrankensteinFrankenstein 
by Mary Shelley
The horror classic about a gifted inventor whose experiment with creating new life goes horribly wrong. Abridged for young readers. 22 illustrations by Thea Kliros.
Huckleberry FinnHuckleberry Finn 
by Mark Twain
In this classic of American literature, Huck and the escaped slave Jim set off down the Mississippi on a raft for a series of memorable adventures. Abridged, easy-to-read version includes 15 black-and-white illustrations.

North American Indian TalesNorth American Indian Tales 
by W. T. Larned
Seven authentic Native American tales, among them "The Little Boy and Girl in the Clouds," "The Child of the Evening Star," and "The Boy Who Snared the Sun." 29 new illustrations.

A Little PrincessA Little Princess 
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Engrossing tale of a young girl who falls upon hard times at an English boarding school when her father's sudden death leaves her penniless and at the mercy of a vindictive headmistress. Abridged.
Kidnapped: Adapted for Young ReadersKidnapped: Adapted for Young Readers 
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Fast-paced action, high adventure and gripping drama when young David Balfour joins forces with a Scottish rebel who has a price on his head. Specially abridged for young readers.
Mother West Wind's NeighborsMother West Wind's Neighbors 
by Thornton W. Burgess
Delightful fables from the Green Forest reveal why Johnny Chuck doesn't like Blacky the Crow, why Ol' Mistah Buzzard has a bald head, who stole Mrs. Grouse's eggs, and 13 other captivating tales.

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The Adventures of Bobby RaccoonThe Adventures of Bobby Raccoon
by Thornton W. Burgess
Delightfully instructive tale of another denizen of the Green Forest. Bobby bites his own tail, is horribly frightened, survives an encounter with Buster Bear, and more before he finds a new home.


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The Adventures of Buster BearThe Adventures of Buster Bear
by Thornton W. Burgess
Gentle morality lessons, delightfully taught, in a tale about an amiable bear who comes to live in the Green Forest. Large, easy-to-read type and charming illustrations.


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The Adventures of Chatterer the Red SquirrelThe Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel
by Thornton W. Burgess
Delightfully told tale chronicles escapades of a bushy-tailed mischief-maker who learns that curiosity, carelessness, and mistrust can lead to a heap of troubles.


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The Adventures of Danny Meadow MouseThe Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse
by Thornton W. Burgess
Beloved story of a plump little meadow mouse who spends much of his time avoiding the clutches of Hooty the Owl, Reddy Fox and Old Granny Fox, Mr. Blacksnake, and other pesky predators.


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Adventures of Don QuixoteAdventures of Don Quixote
by Argentina Palacios
Easy-to-read retelling of the hilarious misadventures of Don Quixote, the idealistic knight, and his squire, Sancho Panza, who set out to right the wrongs of the world. Abridged version with six charming illustrations.

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The Adventures of Grandfather FrogThe Adventures of Grandfather Frog
by Thornton W. Burgess
Determined to see the Great World beyond the familiar vistas of the Smiling Pool, Grandfather Frog tumbles haplessly into the pitfalls of greed, boastfulness, and carelessness. 6 illustrations.


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The Adventures of Happy JackThe Adventures of Happy Jack
by Thornton W. Burgess
Happy Jack Squirrel starts the day cheerily enough but soon finds himself trying every trick he knows to get away from nasty Shadow the Weasel. 4 black-and-white illustrations.

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The Adventures of Jerry MuskratThe Adventures of Jerry Muskrat
by Thornton W. Burgess
Charming fable about the animals in the Green Forest and what happens when water stops flowing in the Laughing Brook and the Smiling Pool. Large, easy-to-read type. 6 new illustrations.


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The Adventures of Jimmy SkunkThe Adventures of Jimmy Skunk
by Thornton W. Burgess
Jimmy Skunk gets even, Reddy Fox learns a lesson about preparedness, and Peter Rabbit gets his comeuppance. An engaging tale with gentle lessons about courtesy, kindness, and preparedness.


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The Adventures of Johnny ChuckThe Adventures of Johnny Chuck
by Thornton W. Burgess
Spring has arrived at the Green Meadows and Johnny Chuck is restless. He goes wandering, gets in a fight with another woodchuck, and finally sets up housekeeping with Polly Chuck. Includes 6 illustrations.

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The Adventures of Old Man CoyoteThe Adventures of Old Man Coyote
by Thornton W. Burgess
The arrival of Old Man Coyote causes a lot of commotion in the Green Forest. Master storyteller blends a good story with gentle lessons about nature and virtuous conduct. 6 new illustrations.


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The Adventures of Old Mr. ToadThe Adventures of Old Mr. Toad
by Thornton W. Burgess
Jimmy Skunk, Peter Rabbit, and other woodland creatures secretly trail Old Mr. Toad as he makes his way to a very important engagement. Gentle lessons about nature and the environment.

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The Adventures of Paddy the BeaverThe Adventures of Paddy the Beaver
by Thornton W. Burgess
The creatures of the Green Forest get a big surprise when Paddy the Beaver decides to build a dam over the Laughing Brook and make a new home.


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The Adventures of Peter CottontailThe Adventures of Peter Cottontail
by Thornton W. Burgess
Timeless classic recounts Peter's adventures in the Green Forest as he discovers the folly of changing his name, outwits Reddy Fox, learns important lessons about not doing what Nature never intended. 6 illustrations.


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The Adventures of PinocchioThe Adventures of Pinocchio
by Carlo Collodi
Exciting tale about the naughty puppet that turns into a loving and obedient little boy after a series of harrowing experiences. 30 new illustrations. Abridged.


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The Adventures of Poor Mrs. QuackThe Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack
by Thornton W. Burgess
Poor Mrs. Quack the Duck has suffered terrible misfortunes at the hands of hunters. Peter Rabbit and other animals in the Green Forest band together to help. Reset in easy-to-read type. 6 new illustrations.

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The Adventures of Prickly PorkyThe Adventures of Prickly Porky
by Thornton W. Burgess
Learn how Prickly Porky makes friends, what makes Old Granny Fox lose her dignity, and more in this entertaining collection of tales from a master storyteller.


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The Adventures of Reddy FoxThe Adventures of Reddy Fox
by Thornton W. Burgess
Timeless fable of an overconfident little fox who steals a plump pet hen and is hotly pursued by Farmer Brown's boy and Bowser the Hound. 6 black-and-white line illustrations. New preface.


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Aesop's FablesAesop's Fables
by Aesop
Beloved tales include "The Fox and the Grapes," "The Ant and the Grasshopper," "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse," "The Crow and the Pitcher," "The Fox and the Stork," more. 35 illustrations.


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African Folk TalesAfrican Folk Tales
by Hugh Vernon-Jackson, Yuko Green
Entertaining stories handed down from generation to generation among tribal cultures include "The Magic Crocodile," "The Hare and the Crownbird," "The Boy in the Drum," 15 others. 19 illustrations.


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