This is a new title in Young Reading Series Two" based on the tales of Englands most famous outlaw & part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at children whose reading ability & confidence allows them to tackle longer & more complex stories. The outlaw Robin hood is determined to stop the evil Sheriff of Nottingham from bribing his way to becoming King. He sets out to steal the Sheriffs treasure
- by winning an archery competition & becoming one the Sheriffs chief guard. But when his gang are all captured will Robin be able to save them from the hangmans noose? It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly who is Principal Lecturer in education & an early reading specialist from Roehampton University."
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This is the classic story of social justice & outrageous cunning. Robin Hood champion of the poor & oppressed stands against the cruel power of Prince John & the brutal Sheriff of Nottingham. Taking refuge in the vast Sherwood Forest with his band of men he remains determined to outwit his enemies. ...

Michael Maloney reads Daniel Defoes timeless tale of a man who has to use all his own skills to survive alone on an isl&. Robinson Crusoe has a great desire to see the world & against his fathers wishes goes to sea. After surviving a terrible shipwreck however Robinson Crusoe discovers he is the only person on a deserted island far from any shipping routes or rescue. Using tools salvaged from the ship & with only the ships dog & cats for company Crusoe builds a dwelling & a search reveals a plentiful supply of food. For nearly twenty-three years he lives without any human company
- until one Friday when he discovers he is not alone... The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe" is a classic tale of adventure & survival."
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A colonel receives five seeds in the mail-and dies within weeks. A young bride disappears immediately after her wedding. An old hat & a Christmas goose are the only clues to a stolen jewel. A son is accused of his fathers murder. These mysteries-and many more-are brought to the house on Baker Street where detective Sherlock Holmes resides. No case is too tricky for the worlds most famous sleuth & his incredible powers of deduction. This gripping collection

Includes:: many of the famous cases-and great strokes of brilliance-that make the legendary detective one of fictions most popular creations. Included in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes are A Scandal in Bohemia " " The Red-Headed League " "A Case of Identity " " The Boscombe Valley Mystery " " The Five Orange Pips " " The Man with the Twisted Lip " " The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle " " The Adventure of the Speckled Band " " The Adventure of the Engineers Thumb " " The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor " " The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet " & " The Adventure of the Copper Beeches.""

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Its elementary dear readers: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is perhaps the greatest collection of detective stories ever written. Penned by Arthur Conan Doyle they first introduced the magical & eccentric Holmes to the readers of The Strand Magazine. In his consulting room at 221B Baker Street the master sleuth receives a stream of desperate clients all with baffling & bizarre puzzles for him to solve--and thanks to his intuition & logic he never fails to crack the case. The worlds greatest works of literature are now available in these beautiful keepsake volumes. Bound in real cloth & featuring gilt edges & ribbon markers these beautifully produced books are a wonderful way to build a handsome library of classic literature. These are the essential novels that belong in every home. Theyll transport readers to imaginary worlds & provide excitement entertainment & enlightenment for years to come. All of these novels feature attractive illustrations & have an unequalled period feel that will grace the library the bedside table or bureau. ...

Following Sterlings spectacularly successful launch of its childrens classic novels (240 000 books in print to date) comes a dazzling new series: Classic Starts." The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. " Classic Starts" treats the worlds beloved tales (and children) with the respect they deserve--all at an incomparable price. No child is too young to appreciate the amazing deductive powers of the worlds smartest detective. These easy-to-read Sherlock Holmes stories provide the perfect introduction to the super sleuth & his friend & assistant Dr. Watson. Among the intriguing tales: "A Scandal in Bohemia " Holmess first encounter with the mysterious Irene Adler; " The Red-Headed League"; " The Adventure of the Six Napoleons" & others." ...

A classic adventure story for children who have just started to read alone. Sinbad is the most fearless sailor on the seven seas facing trolls giants whales & wild storms on his adventures. But is his luck about to run out? Vibrantly illustrated by Paddy Mounter. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. ...

George Beard & Harold Hutchins are two amazing kids. Not only did they create Captain Underpants but they've saved the world five times! Now George & Harold bring you an all new superhero who's faster than a speeding stroller more powerful than diaper rash & able to leap tall buildings without making poopy stinkers. Meet Super Diaper Baby
- the most powerful peewee to ever pack a punch. George & Harold's brand new superhero is sure to make kids laugh until drink comes out of their noses.
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Hey Diddle Diddle The Cat & the Fiddle The Cow jumped over the Moon The Little Dog laughed To see such fun & the Dish ran away with the Spoon. Thats the bit we know
- but have you ever wondered what happened next? Mini Grey the creator of such favourites as Biscuit Bear" & " The Pea & the Princess" has this brilliantly funny & wonderfully inventive suggestion narrated by one of the principal players
- the Spoon himself. Part love story part crime caper " The Adventures of the Dish & the Spoon" is the rags-to-riches & back again tale of the most dazzling crockery-cutlery duo of all time."

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Benny Thunderbolt Bridie Sharky & the Peretti twins are a mixed bunch of vagabonds & urchins who come together to form the New Cut Gang in two comic tales of stolen silver & skulduggery. Fake coins are turning up all over Lambeth & the finger of suspicion is pointing at Thunderbolts dad
- could he really be the forger? The crime-busting New Cut Gang come to the rescue! & when just two clues
- a blob of wax & a Swedish match
- are discovered at the scene of a break-in the children find themselves on the trail of an extremely cunning criminal. Set in late Victorian London these gripping thrillers have now been put together in a single volume
- with new illustrations throughout from Horrible Histories" illustrator Martin Brown."



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