USBORNE YOUNG READING: LITTLE WOMEN

The inspirational story follows the fortunes of the March sisters as they struggle through the American Civil War and learn the importance of love, family and following their dreams.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: OLIVER TWIST

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

978-1-4749-2780-2

Collation

64 p. ; col.ill. ; 19 cm.

Series Title

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Call Number

823 SEB u c.1 2023020031

USBORNE YOUNG READING: POMPEII

A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. The Usborne Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: JANE EYRE

This is a dramatic adaptation of the much-loved classic by Charlotte Bronte, with atmospheric illustrations by Alan Marks. It is the compelling story of Jane Eyre and the mysterious Mr. Rochester, sensitively retold for younger readers. It is part of Usborne's popular Young Reading series, developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer at the University of Roehampton. This book…

USBORNE YOUNG READING: OTHELLO

Deals with William Shakespeare's tragic play about The Moor of Venice. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, this title is fully illustrated and retold for younger readers. It is written for fully confident readers who still need to gain the stamina needed for standard length books.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: ANNE FRANK

At the age of thirteen, Anne Frank went into hiding with her family to escape from the Nazis. For two years, she couldn't go outside or run or shout or laugh too loudly. Instead, she poured her thoughts and feelings into her diary, which is now famous all over the world. This story of her life begins when she was still a carefree girl like any other.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: THE THREE MUSKETEERS

D'Artagnan and his companions battle the intrigues of Cardinal Richelieu and a plot against the honor of the Queen of France.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

Follow the ups and downs of the Bennet family in this witty classic, full of unforgettable characters. Has the lively heroine Miss Elizabeth Bennet met her match in aloof Mr. Darcy?

USBORNE YOUNG READING: THE MIDNIGHT GHOSTS

Adam and Sally try to break the Midnight family curse by following the clues they are mysteriously given.

USBORNE YOUNG READING: TREASURE ISLAND

The classic adventure story by Robert Louis Stevenson re-told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Jim Hawkins sets sail searching for buried treasure and adventure, he finds himself caught up in a deadly mutiny where he must outwit the cunning pirate Long John Silver in order to stay alive.