Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
I want to read the book!
All characters reduced
The Wonderful Garden; or The Three Cs - An Enchantment of Friendship and Kindness - cover

The Wonderful Garden; or The Three Cs - An Enchantment of Friendship and Kindness

E. Nesbit

Publisher: Good Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

In "The Wonderful Garden; or, The Three Cs," E. Nesbit crafts a whimsical narrative that intertwines fantastical elements with profound social themes typical of early 20th-century literature. The story revolves around the transformative experiences of children who uncover a magical garden, wherein their adventures serve as both escapism and a reflection on childhood innocence. Nesbit'Äôs vivid imagination and her pioneering use of playful prose and lyrical dialogue invite readers into a richly layered world that evokes both enchantment and contemplation, embodying the spirit of literary modernism while being deeply rooted in the Edwardian ethos of exploration and wonder. E. Nesbit, a prominent figure in children's literature, was known for her progressive views on education and family. Her own experiences as a mother and her interest in socialist ideals inform her narrative style and themes, emphasizing the importance of imagination and community in a child's life. Nesbit'Äôs passion for storytelling and her ability to engage young readers in complex moral dilemmas are reflective of her belief in literature as a means of fostering empathy and understanding among the youth, which is poignantly captured in this work. Readers seeking a rich tapestry of adventure, growth, and moral reflection will find "The Wonderful Garden; or, The Three Cs" an enchanting exploration of childhood wonder that is both timeless and thought-provoking. Ideal for young readers and the young at heart, this delightful book stands as a testament to the enduring power of imagination and the significance of nurturing one's spirit in the pursuit of knowledge and joy.
Available since: 10/29/2023.
Print length: 184 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • The Forest That Hummed - A Whispering Tale of Nature’s Magic - cover

    The Forest That Hummed - A...

    Violet Elms

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    The Forest That Hummed: A Whispering Tale of Nature’s Magic — An Enchanting Audiobook Cookbook 
Step into a world where nature’s secrets come alive and the forest hums with magic. This unique audiobook cookbook blends the soothing narration of a mystical forest tale with carefully crafted recipes inspired by the wild bounty of the woods. Each chapter invites you to immerse yourself in a whispered story of enchanted groves, shimmering streams, and ancient trees — while guiding you through rustic, wholesome dishes that echo the forest’s essence. 
From foraged herb infusions and fragrant mushroom stews to berry-sweet desserts and pine-scented teas, these recipes bring the magic of nature straight to your kitchen. Perfect for lovers of folklore, nature, and culinary adventure, The Forest That Hummed invites you to listen, cook, and savor the flavors of a world where every leaf and whisper holds a story. 
Tune in, cook along, and let the forest’s magic hum in your heart and on your plate.
    Show book
  • Beware of the Purple Peanut Butter - cover

    Beware of the Purple Peanut Butter

    R. L. Stine

    • 0
    • 1
    • 0 
    Choose your fate out of a mysterious refrigerator in this scary GOOSEBUMPS adventure that’s packed with more than twenty super-spooky endings. 
 
Your aunt and uncle told you to stay out of their basement. So, of course, you check it out. That’s where you find the dusty old refrigerator.  
 
In the fridge there are two containers. One is filled with purple goop. It smells just like a peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich. The other holds a piece of chocolate cake. Your stomach is growling. 
 
If you eat the purple goop, you start shrinking. Pretty soon you’re battling it out with a gigantic monster—a mouse! If you choose the cake, you grow into a tall giant. Now you’re trying to escape from the police who are convinced you’re a mutant alien! The choice is yours . . .  
 
Reader beware—you choose the scare! GIVE YOURSELF GOOSEBUMPS!
    Show book
  • If Animals Could Talk: Cats - Learn Fun Facts About the Things Cats Do! - cover

    If Animals Could Talk: Cats -...

    Cynthia Mead

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    An excellent book for young learners! If Animals Could Talk: Cats is told as a first-person non-fiction narrative that explains what cat sounds mean--such as a purr means a cat is happy--and helps kids understand why cats act the way they do in a fun and dynamic way. With full-color photos of real cats, it also includes interesting Pet Facts and suggested readings for more information about understanding cats.
    Show book
  • Kids' Halloween Party - cover

    Kids' Halloween Party

    Ken Carder

    • 0
    • 2
    • 0 
    Over 40 crafts, party games, jokes, 10 Pumpkin Carving Patterns and 30 Halloween stickers!
    Show book
  • Finding Treasure at Kew Gardens - cover

    Finding Treasure at Kew Gardens

    Anthea and Wendy Turner

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    There's huge excitement when Underneath the Underground, the mice communities learn King Charles and Queen Camilla will be opening the wild strawberry patch at the beautiful Kew Gardens and they just know they have to go and watch! What starts off as a simply exciting day turns into yet another adventure when Martha Bell spots a shiny 50p bearing a picture of the world famous Chinese Great Pagoda! What's more, the mice discover it could be worth a fortune!! Now, everyone knows that mice don't need money themselves so how can they turn their good luck into a worthy royal cause…? Read this latest tale in the Underneath the Underground series and all will be revealed!!
    Show book
  • Harreit Versus the Galaxy - cover

    Harreit Versus the Galaxy

    Samantha Baines

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    A hilarious and heartfelt debut from multi-award winning, hearing aid wearing, comedian, actor and author Samantha Baines. The intergalactic adventure starts athome with Harriet, who discovers that her hearing-aid can do more than she ever bargained for when she finds an alien in her room. Discovering that her family secretly work for an intergalactic agency, Harriet becomes the Earth's last
line of defence as the only one who can understand the invaders. Sure, her hearing-aid helps her understand aliens from across the universe, if only she could understand her own feelings.
    Show book