Favourite Stories of Courageous Girls: inspiring heroines from classic children's books

The Famous Five, The Railway Children, and other well-known heroines from children's books are included in this collection. The stories of these young girls show courage, bravery, and perseverance, and the book also includes quotes from the original works.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2019
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

This captivating anthology showcases the captivating tales of some of the most beloved heroines in children's literature. From the indomitable Jo March, who sells her precious hair to support her family, to George's unwavering dedication to safeguarding her beloved island in The Famous Five, to Bobbie's swift and ingenious actions that avert a catastrophic train crash in The Railway Children, these young girls exhibit courage that surpasses their years.

Within the 24 chapters of this collection, you will find informative introductions that shed light on the courageous girl being featured, accompanied by delightful excerpts from the original books. These fictional heroines will ignite the flames of inspiration within young readers, as they recount their tales of defying expectations, confronting fears, and triumphing over obstacles. Moreover, this collection serves as a delightful invitation for readers to embark on their own journey of discovery, delving into these timeless classics that have captured the hearts of generations.

Among the featured classic novels are timeless masterpieces like Little Women, Anne of Green Gables, Five on a Treasure Island, The Railway Children, Jane Eyre, A Little Princess, Pollyanna, and The Wizard of Oz. Additionally, this anthology showcases beloved fairy tales from diverse cultures, including The Snow Queen, Kate Crackernuts, and White Chrysanthemum.

Weight: 260g
Dimension: 193 x 114 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781444952315