{"product_id":"9781513269108","title":"A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys","description":"Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781513269108\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Mint Editions\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 25 May 2021\u003cbr\u003ePages: 126 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNathaniel Hawthorne presents a multilayered story consisting of six Greek myths that are told from a unique perspective and appeals to all readers, specifically children.\u003c\/b\u003e His writing style transcends age to deliver a family-friendly narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e is a compilation of classic stories inspired by Greek mythology. Hawthorne's interpretation is filtered through the fictional character, Eustace Bright, a college student who's entertaining a group of children. The book features \"The Gorgon's Head,\" a popular epic that follows Perseus and his quest to slay Medusa. There's also \"The Paradise of Children,\" a cautionary tale about Pandora's box, and \"The Golden Touch,\" which recalls the story of King Midas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally published in 1851, \u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e continues to stand the test of time. Its stories are literary staples that have been adapted for multiple mediums. The collection also produced the sequel, \u003ci\u003eTanglewood Tales\u003c\/i\u003e, which was released in 1853.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince our inception in 2020, \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47920186261662,"sku":"ING-9781513269108","price":9.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781513269108.jpg?v=1782817946","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781513269108","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}