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The Wishing-Stone Stories

Thornton W. Burgess

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The Wishing-Stone Stories

Thornton W. Burgess

Fantasy, Children's Literature, Fiction

The Wishing-Stone Stories, written by Thornton W. Burgess in the early 20th century, is a collection of children's tales featuring a boy named Tommy who discovers a magical wishing-stone. This stone allows him to transform into various animals, such as a meadow-mouse and a partridge, enabling him to experience life from their perspectives. The stories blend adventure with nature lore, humor, and moral lessons, while also showcasing the original illustrations by Harrison Cady. This unabridged edition includes all twelve stories from the Wishing-Stone Series.

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A collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. The book follows a young boy named Tommy who finds...

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