Margaret Powell

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

West Virginia

The Classic Kitchen Maid's Memoir That Inspired Upstairs, Downstairs and Downton Abbey

Brilliantly evoking the long-vanished world of masters and servants portrayed in Downton Abbey and Upstairs, Downstairs, Margaret Powell's classic memoir of her time in service, Below Stairs, is the remarkable true story of an indomitable woman who, though she served in the great houses of England, never stopped aiming high. Powell first arrived at the servants' entrance of one of those great houses in the 1920s. As a kitchen maid - the lowest of the low - she entered an entirely new world; one of stoves to be blacked, vegetables to be scrubbed, mistresses to be appeased, and bootlaces to be ironed. Work started at 5.30am and went on until after dark. It was a far cry from her childhood on the beaches of Hove, where money and food were scarce, but warmth and laughter never were. Yet from the gentleman with a penchant for stroking the housemaids' curlers, to raucous tea-dances with errand boys, to the heartbreaking story of Agnes the pregnant under-parlormaid, fired for being seduced by her mistress's nephew, Margaret's tales of her time in service are told with wit, warmth, and a sharp eye for the prejudices of her situation. Margaret Powell's true story of a life spent in service is a fascinating "downstairs" portrait of the glittering, long-gone worlds behind the closed doors of Downton Abbey and 165 Eaton Place.

Below Stairs

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Seuss

Virginia

An Amazing Alphabet Book!

Pictures illustrate things that begin with each letter of the alphabet, including Aunt Annie's alligator and a yawning yellow yak

Dr. Seuss's ABC

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Beatrix Potter

New York

In this generously-sized book, young children can experience the enchantment of Beatrix Potter's famous tale of naughty Peter Rabbit's adventures in Mr. McGregor's garden. Simple text and beautiful illustrations bring the classic story to life, making this a great gift for the holidays, to welcome a new baby, or as a must-have for every family's bookshelf!

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

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Mark Twain

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Texas

Being Some Account of the Steamship Quaker City's Pleasure Excursion to Europe and the Holy Land

The Innocents Abroad, or, The New Pilgrims' Progress

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H. A. Guerber

Classical Mythology

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Kathryn Aalto

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Oregon

A Walk Through the Forest That Inspired the Hundred Acre Wood

Loved Goodbye Christopher Robin? Learn more about the real place that inspired the beloved stories.

Delve into the home of the world's most beloved bear! The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh explores the magical landscapes where Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their friends live and play. The Hundred Acre Wood--the setting for Winnie-the-Pooh's adventures--was inspired by Ashdown Forest, a wildlife haven that spans more than 6,000 acres in southeast England. In the pages of this enchanting book you can visit the ancient black walnut tree on the edge of the forest that became Pooh's house, go deep into the pine trees to find Poohsticks Bridge, and climb up to the top of the enchanted Galleons Lap, where Pooh says goodbye to Christopher Robin.

You will discover how Milne's childhood connection with nature and his role as a father influenced his famous stories, and how his close collaboration with illustrator E. H. Shepard brought those stories to life. This charming book also serves as a guide to the plants, animals, and places of the remarkable Ashdown Forest, whether you are visiting in person or from the comfort of your favorite armchair. In a delightful narrative, enriched with Shepard's original illustrations, hundreds of color photographs, and Milne's own words, you will rediscover your favorite characters and the magical place they called home.

The Natural World of Winnie-The-Pooh

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Louisa May Alcott

Deanna McFadden

Arthur Pober

Presents an abridged version of the novel chronicling the joys and sorrows of the four March sisters as they grow into young women in mid-nineteenth-century New England.

Classic Starts®: Little Women

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Pennsylvania

A Little Princess 

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Delaware

Story Reader “me reader” 

Cinderella

This book is an adaptation of the classic novel Treasure Island. Sneaky pirates, sailing ships, buried treasure, exotic lands, and murderous mutiny. What could be better to win over even the most reluctant boy reader? Robert Louis Stevenson serves up thrills, chills, and plenty of action in this timeless, and much-admired adventure novel. This easy to read adaptation is guaranteed to hook beginning readers not yet ready to tackle the original.




Treasury of Illustrated Classics

Treasure Island

#hardcover #classic #picturebook #livingbook #kids #children #imagination #fantasy #childrensbook #homeschool 

Full of fantasy and wonder, these enduring classics are a must for every child’s library. These stories, along with sparkling illustrations, will capture children’s imagination and inspire a love of reading that is vital to success in school and life. Each book features holographic foil stamping.The classic tale of Gulliver's Travels is retold.

Gulliver's Travels

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Clean/unmarked pages #arthurshoneybear #childrens #classic #lillianhoban 

Arthur’s Honey Bear 

Myron Beck

Richard A. Wolters

Georgia

Classic Stories about Smart Dogs

Foreword by Richard A. Wolters, photographs by Myron Beck. A perfect book for both dog lovers and lovers of literature, filled with nine classic short stories about dogs and wonderful color photographs. Includes Dorothy Parker, James Thurber, Ring Lardner, Don Marquis, O. Henry. Robert Benchley, and more, 20 color photographs, plus spot art and borders throughout.

Dog Tales

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A 700 Club Edition 

The Pilgrim’s Progress 

Sam McBratney

Louisiana

During a bedtime game, every time Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more.

Guess How Much I Love You

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#hardcover #livingbook #amblesideonline #curriculum #homeschool #pirates #classic 

Reading & Language Arts

Holors, thus defined, have been known for centuries but each has been developed more or less independently, accompanied by separate nomenclature and theory. This book demonstrates how these complicated subjects can be made simple by using a single notation that applies to all holors, both tensor and nontensor.

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Poor Santa! All eight of his reindeer are sneezing so hard they can't fly. Who will help him deliver his last present? "I think I can," says everyone's favorite Little Blue Engine!

The Little Engine That Could and the Snowy, Blowy Christmas

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R. J. Palacio

"Now a major motion picture! Includes full-color movie photos and exclusive content!"--Dust jacket.

Wonder Movie Tie-In Edition

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Vintage 1923. In great shape for nearly 100 year old classic. #twain #huckleberryfinn #classic #hardcover 

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

The Celebrated Jumping Frog, and Other Stories

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North Carolina

Dr. Seuss's Book of Ridiculous Rhymes

A beloved Bright and Early Board Book by Dr. Seuss, now in a larger trim size!

This super-simple, super-sturdy board book of rollicking rhymes is now available in a bigger trim size! An abridged version of the classic Bright and Early Book There's a Wocket in my Pocket! by Dr. Seuss, it's perfect for babies and toddlers!

There's a Wocket in My Pocket

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Illinois

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

Public Public Domain

Iowa

A wickedly fun rhyming treat!

With bouncy, rhyming text in verse from the classic nursery rhyme and bold, dynamic illustrations from acclaimed author-illustrator Dan Yaccarino, Five Little Pumpkins is a must-have Halloween board book!

Roll along with the pumpkins and their spooky friends as they get into some spirited Halloween fun. The perfect gift for little pumpkins everywhere.

Five Little Pumpkins sitting on a gate.

The first one said, "Oh my, it's getting late!"

Five Little Pumpkins

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A Caldecott Honor Book

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Margaret Powell

Below Stairs

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Dr. Seuss's ABC

Beatrix Potter

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

Mark Twain

The Innocents Abroad, or, The New Pilgrims' Progress

H. A. Guerber

Classical Mythology

Kathryn Aalto

The Natural World of Winnie-The-Pooh

Louisa May Alcott; Deanna McFadden; Arthur Pober

Classic Starts®: Little Women

Frances Hodgson Burnett

A Little Princess

Disney

Cinderella

Robert Louis Stevenson

Treasure Island

Jonathan Swift (Text by); Nicoletta Oeccoli (Illustrator); Germano Ovani; Vincent Douglas; School Specialty Publishing Staff; Carson-Dellosa Publishing Staff

Gulliver's Travels

Lillian Hoban

Arthur’s Honey Bear

Myron Beck; Richard A. Wolters

Dog Tales

John Bunyan

The Pilgrim’s Progress

Sam McBratney

Guess How Much I Love You

Robert Louis Stevenson; Earle Hitchner; Holt, Rinehart and Winston Staff (Prepared for Publication by)

Treasure Island

Watty Piper; Cristina Ong (Illustrator)

The Little Engine That Could and the Snowy, Blowy Christmas

R. J. Palacio

Wonder Movie Tie-In Edition

Mark Twain

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Mark Twain

The Celebrated Jumping Frog, and Other Stories

Seuss

There's a Wocket in My Pocket

Gavin Scott

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

Public Public Domain

Five Little Pumpkins

Ludwig Bemelmans

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