The Greatest Works of E. Nesbit (220+ Titles in One Illustrated Edition)
The Railway Children, The Enchanted Castle, The Magic City, The Book of Dragons, The Magic World…By Edith Nesbit
Length244h 42m
About this audiobook
The Greatest Works of E. Nesbit is an extraordinary anthology that encapsulates over 220 titles by the renowned author, delivering readers a comprehensive insight into her imaginative prowess. This illustrated edition showcases Nesbit's unique blend of realism and fantasy, entwining the mundanity of early 20th-century life with enchanting narratives of magic and adventure. Notably, her storytelling often features children as the protagonists—reflecting the fin de siècle shift towards more progressive, child-centered literature. Nesbit's vivid prose and inventive plots resonate beyond mere escapism; they articulate deeper themes of social justice, familial bonds, and the transformative power of imagination. Edith Nesbit, a pioneering figure in children's literature, was born in 1858 and became a formidable voice in both the literary and political realms. Her experiences as a socialist, a mother, and an early feminist heavily informed her writings, driving her to depict the struggles and triumphs of everyday life through an allegorical lens. Nesbit's background in classical literature and her role in the Literary Society of the Fabian Society allowed her to intertwine complex social commentary within accessible narratives, giving her stories both depth and relevance. This illustrated anthology is a treasure for both scholars and casual readers alike, serving as a gateway into Nesbit's multifaceted writings. It is an essential addition to any literary collection, providing not only an abundance of charming stories for the young at heart but also critical reflections on society and childhood that remain pertinent today. Immerse yourself in the whimsical worlds crafted by E. Nesbit, and experience the enduring magic of her storytelling.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length244 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Greatest Works of E. Nesbit (220+ Titles in One Illustrated Edition)
2Chapter I. The Council of Ways and Means
3Chapter II. Digging for Treasure
4Chapter III. Being Detectives
5Chapter IV. Good Hunting
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6Chapter V. The Poet and the Editor
7Chapter VI. Noel’s Princess
8Chapter VII. Being Bandits
9Chapter VIII. Being Editors
10Chapter IX. The G. B.
11Chapter X. Lord Tottenham
12Chapter XI. Castilian Amoroso
13Chapter XII. The Nobleness of Oswald
14Chapter XIII. The Robber and the Burglar
15Chapter XIV. The Divining-Rod
16Chapter XV. ‘Lo, the Poor Indian!’
17Chapter XVI. The End of the Treasure-Seeking
18The Jungle
19The Wouldbegoods
20Bill's Tombstone
21The Tower of Mystery
22The Water-Works
23The Circus
24Being Beavers; Or, the Young Explorers (Arctic or Otherwise)
25The High-Born Babe
26Hunting the Fox
27The Sale of Antiquities
28The Benevolent Bar
29The Canterbury Pilgrims
30The Dragon's Teeth; Or Army-Seed
31Albert's Uncle's Grandmother; Or, the Long-Lost
32The Road to Rome; Or, The Silly Stowaway
33The Conscience-Pudding
34Archibald the Unpleasant
35Over the Water to China
36The Young Antiquaries
37The Intrepid Explorer And His Lieutenant
38The Turk in Chains; Or, Richard's Revenge
39The Golden Gondola
40The Flying Lodger
41The Smuggler's Revenge
42Zaïda, the Mysterious Prophetess of the Golden Orient
43The Lady and the License; Or, Friendship's Garland
44The Poor and Needy
45Chapter I. Beautiful as the Day
46Chapter II. Golden Guineas
47Chapter III. Being Wanted
48Chapter IV. Wings
49Chapter V. No Wings
50Chapter VI. A Castle and No Dinner
Wet Magic (Illustrated)Edith Nesbit5h 49m$0.99 · $0.00
The Three C's (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit9h 32m$2 · $0.00
THE RAILWAY CHILDREN (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit8h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Children's Books - E. Nesbit Collection: Fantastical Adventures, Tales of Magical Creatures & Journeys into Enchanting Worlds (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit126h 22m$2 · $0.00
THE BOOK OF DRAGONS (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit5h 46m$2 · $0.00
TALES OF FANTASTICAL ADVENTURES – E. Nesbit Collection of Children's Books (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit82h 14m$2 · $0.00
The Magic City (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit8h 16m$2 · $0.00
Anak-Anak Kereta ApiEdith Nesbit7h 27m$7 · $0.00
THE MOULDIWARP ADVENTURES – Complete Fantasy Series (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit15h 53m$2 · $0.00
THE PSAMMEAD TRILOGY – The Magical Adventures of Five Friends (Illustrated) (Annotated)Edith Nesbit23h 23m$2 · $0.00
THE RAILWAY CHILDREN (Illustrated)Edith Nesbit8h 12m$2 · $0.00
The Red HouseEdith Nesbit7h 37m$1 · $0.00
The Literary SenseEdith Nesbit7h 42m$2 · $0.00
In HomespunEdith Nesbit3h 55m$2 · $0.00
The Phoenix and the CarpetEdith Nesbit6h 57m$1 · $0.00
The Fantastical World Of E. NesbitEdith Nesbit80h 59m$2 · $0.00
The Mouldiwarp AdventuresEdith Nesbit14h 43m$1 · $0.00
THE BASTABLE FAMILY – Complete Series (Illustrated)Edith Nesbit24h 47m$1 · $0.00
The Three C's (Illustrated Edition)Edith Nesbit9h 20m$1 · $0.00
The Andrew Lang Fairy Books: Complete CollectionAndrew Lang133h 39m$2 · $0.00
A Wolf Called FireRosanne Parry4h 7m$7 · $0.00
The Daughter of AuschwitzTova Friedman3h 2m1.0 (1)$18 · $0.00
RevolutionariesSanjeev Sanyal7h 25m$24 · $0.00
Warriors #6: The Darkest HourErin Hunter8h 8m$26 · $0.00
Eyes That Kiss in the CornersJoanna Ho5m$4 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Beatrix Potter (Annotated)Beatrix Potter5h 11m$2 · $0.00
Maddi's FridgeLois Brandt, Vin Vogel11m$5 · $0.00
L. FRANK BAUM - Ultimate Collection: Complete Wizard of Oz Series, The Aunt Jane's Nieces Collection (Annotated)L. Frank Baum205h 42m$0.99 · $0.00
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the PaperclipMac Barnett1h 29m$16 · $0.00
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Annotated)Frances Hodgson Burnett7h 56m$0.99 · $0.00
The Nutcracker and The Mouse King (Annotated)E.T.A. Hoffmann4h 4m$2 · $0.00
My Weird School Special: We're Red, Weird, and Blue! What Can We Do?Dan Gutman1h 4m$13 · $0.00
Deep ZoneTim Green6h 12m$20
REBECCA OF SUNNYBROOK FARM & NEW CHRONICLES OF REBECCA (Children's Book Classics) (Annotated)Kate Douglas Wiggin15h 32m$0.99 · $0.00
The Pilgrim’s ProgressRousseaux Brasseur3h 22m$17
Just William (Illustrated) (Annotated)Richmal Crompton6h 30m$2 · $0.00
The Labors of Hercules BealGary D. Schmidt8h 17m$8 · $0.00
Clancy of the Overflow (The Matilda Saga, #9)Jackie French14h 24m$33 · $0.00
The House at Pooh CornerA. A. Milne3h 13m$12
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