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Nine Unlikely Tales

1901

E. Nesbit

Nine Unlikely Tales

Nine Unlikely Tales

E. Nesbit

1901

British Literature, Children & Young Adult Reading, Humour, Science-Fiction & Fantasy, Short Stories

Nine Unlikely Tales, published in 1901 by E. Nesbit, is a collection of whimsical short stories that blend humor and fantasy. The tales feature curious characters and fantastical situations, beginning with Matilda's misadventures in a peculiar village after a wrong omnibus ride. Each story, including 'The Cockatoucan' and 'The Arithmetic Fairy,' offers charming narratives that often convey moral lessons, showcasing Nesbit's distinctive style in children's literature.

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A collection of whimsical short stories written in the late 19th century. The tales explore fantastical situations and c...

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Nine original and, yes, unlikely fairy-tales, which include stories of the arithmetic fairy, the king who became a charm...

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