Edith Nesbit

Edith Nesbit

Edith Nesbit
Biographie
Naissance
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Londres ou KenningtonVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Décès
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New RomneyVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Sépulture
St Mary in the MarshVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Nom de naissance
Edith NesbitVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Pseudonymes
E. Nesbit, Fabian BlandVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Nationalité
britanniqueVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Activités
Écrivaine, autrice de littérature pour la jeunesse, poétesseVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Période d'activité
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Père
John Collis Nesbit (en)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Fratrie
Caris Brooke (d)
Mary Nesbit (d)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Conjoints
Hubert Bland (de à )
Thomas Tucker (d) (de à )Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Enfants
Paul Bland (d)
Rosamund Edith Nesbit Bland (en)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Autres informations
Membre de
Fabian SocietyVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Site web
www.edithnesbit.co.ukVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Œuvres principales
The Railway Children (d)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata

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Edith Nesbit
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Biographie
Naissance
15 août 1858Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Londres ou KenningtonVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Décès
4 mai 1924Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata (à 65 ans)
New RomneyVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Sépulture
St Mary in the MarshVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Nom de naissance
Edith NesbitVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Pseudonymes
E. Nesbit, Fabian BlandVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Nationalité
britanniqueVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Activités
Écrivaine, autrice de littérature pour la jeunesse, poétesseVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Période d'activité
À partir de 1884Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Père
John Collis Nesbit (en)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Fratrie
Caris Brooke (d)
Mary Nesbit (d)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Conjoints
Hubert Bland (de 1880 à 1914)
Thomas Tucker (d) (de 1917 à 1924)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Enfants
Paul Bland (d)
Rosamund Edith Nesbit Bland (en)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Autres informations
Membre de
Fabian SocietyVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Site web
www.edithnesbit.co.ukVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata
Œuvres principales
The Railway Children (d)Voir et modifier les données sur Wikidata

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Edith Nesbit (Kennington(Surrey), 15 août 1858 - New Romney (Kent), 4 mai 1924) est une écrivaine britannique, auteur de littérature d'enfance et de jeunesse, également militante socialiste.

Biographie

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Née dans un futur faubourg de Londres, fille d'un maître d'école qui meurt peu avant son quatrième anniversaire, Edith Nesbit passe son enfance en France et en Allemagne, la santé fragile de sa sœur nécessitant un changement d'air fréquent. Très tôt disciple de William Morris.

Elle épouse en 1880, à l'âge de dix-neuf ans et enceinte de sept mois, Hubert Bland, un employé de banque. Ils ne vivent pas tout de suite ensemble, Bland résidait avec sa mère et sa compagne Maggie Doran, avec qui il a eu un fils. Ses propres enfants sont Paul (1880-1940), à qui The Railway Children est dédié, Iris (1881-1965) et Fabian (1885-1900), à qui sont dédiés Five Children and It (Drôle de fée), Chasseurs de trésor et leurs suites, et qui meurt à l'âge de quinze ans. Son mari a également eu deux enfants avec l'amie d'Edith, Alice Hoatson; Rosamund (1886-1950) et John (1899-1946), qu'Edith élèvera comme les siens.

Nesbit et Bland font partie des fondateurs de la Fabian Society en 1884, et participaient à la rédaction du journal du groupe, Today. En 1908 paraissent ses poèmes politiques Ballads and Lyrics of Socialism.

En 1917, trois ans après la mort de Bland, Nesbit épouse Thomas Tucker, un ingénieur naval. Grande fumeuse, atteinte d'un cancer du poumon, elle meurt en 1924.

Auteur d'une quarantaine de livres pour enfants, Edith Nesbit est considérée comme le premier auteur moderne de jeunesse. Ses œuvres ne se veulent pas lourdement didactiques, et usent des mondes imaginaires pour revenir dans le monde réel et s'y confronter. Elle eut une influence déterminante sur des auteurs tels que C. S. Lewis (Narnia), Diana Wynne Jones ou J. K. Rowling.

Five Children and It, les premières aventures de cinq enfants et du Psammead, une créature magique vivant dans le sable, a donné lieu à une adaptation en série de dessins animés japonais, Sablotin (Onegai ! samia Don, Shunzô Katô, 1985), et à un film de John Stephenson, Cinq enfants et moi (2004).

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Principales œuvres

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Cycle des enfants Bastable

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  • La Chasse au trésor / Chasseurs de trésor (The Story of the Treasure Seekers, 1899)
  • The Wouldbegoods (1901)
  • The New Treasure Seekers (1904)

Cycle du Psammead

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  • La Fée des sables / Une drôle de fée / Cinq enfants et moi (Five Children and It, 1902)
  • The Phoenix and the Carpet (1904)
  • Le Secret de l'amulette (The Story of the Amulet, 1905)

Cycle de la Maison d'Arden

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  • The House of Arden (1908)
  • Harding's Luck (1909)

Autres œuvres

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  • Pussy and Doggy Tales (1899)
  • The Railway Children (1906)
  • The Enchanted Castle (1907)
  • The Magic City (1910)
  • Wet Magic (1913)

Éditions françaises

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  • La Fée des sables, Hachette, 1906. Traduction de l'anglais par Jeanne Heywood. Avec 60 gravures de Harold Robert Millar (en).
  • La Chasse au trésor, Fernand Nathan, 1981. Traduction de l'anglais par Cécile Lœb.
  • Billy Roi, Le Livre de poche, 1982. Traduction de l'anglais par Théo Carlier. Recueil de sept contes: Billy Roi, Billy et William, Mélisande, ou deux poids, deux mesures, Bélinda et Bellamant, ou les Cloches du royaume des Carillons, Le Cheval blanc, Fortunatus Rex et Cie, ou l'Énigme des écolières disparues, Le Dernier Dragon[1].
  • Mélisande, Gründ, 1990. Traduction de l'anglais par Stéphanie Villette.
  • Chasseurs de trésor, Casterman "les Classiques bleus", 1995. Traduction de l'anglais par Claude Lauriot-Prévost[2].
  • Le Secret de l'amulette, Gallimard "Folio junior", 1997. Traduction de l'anglais par Marie Wallace[3].
  • Le Roi Lionel et le livre magique, Le Sorbier, 2002. Traduction de l'anglais et adaptation par Claire Ubac[4].
  • Une drôle de fée, Gallimard "Folio junior", 2004. Traduction de l'anglais par Bee Formentelli[5].
  • Cinq enfants et moi, Gallimard "Folio junior", 2007. Traduction de l'anglais par Bee Formentelli[6].
  • Au Pays des Dragons, Ebook aux Editions Kindle, 2017. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries.
  • Histoires de chiens et de chats (Pussy and Doggy Tales) :
    • Trop malin pour son bien (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • La Persane blanche (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • Un puissant ami (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • Une question idiote (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • La minette égoïste (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • Un minet trop curieux (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • Neuf vies (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
    • Histoires de chiens (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Marjorie Burghart[7].
  • Un prince, deux souris, et un chat noir (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[7].
  • La princesse et le chat (édition bilingue), Cannes : Langues de chat, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[7].
  • Contes de dragons :
    • L'Île aux Neuf Tourbillons, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • L'oncle Charles, ou L'étranger de couleur mauve, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Une visite au Pôle Nord, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Les libérateurs de leur pays, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Le dragon apprivoisé, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Le cœur de pierre et le cœur d'or, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Les conseils de la cocatrice, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Le livre des bêtes, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].
    • Le dernier des dragons, Cannes : Les trésors du dragon mauve, 2024. Traduction de l'anglais par Françoise Gries[8].

Notes et références

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  1. ↑ « Billy Roi - Edith NESBIT - Fiche livre » sur le site NooSFere.
  2. ↑ « Catalogue SUDOC », SUDOC
  3. ↑ « Le Secret de l'amulette - Edith NESBIT - Fiche livre » sur le site NooSFere.
  4. ↑ « Le Roi Lionel et le livre magique », Bibliotheques et Médiathèques Clermont Auvergne Métropole
  5. ↑ « Une drôle de fée - Edith NESBIT - Fiche livre » sur le site NooSFere.
  6. ↑ « Cinq enfants et moi - Edith NESBIT - Fiche livre » sur le site NooSFere.
  7. ↑ a b c d e f g h i et j "Présentation du livre sur le site de l'éditeur."
  8. ↑ a b c d e f g h et i "Présentation du livre sur le site de l'éditeur."

Liens externes

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  • Notices d'autoritéVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata :
    • VIAF
    • ISNI
    • BnF (données)
    • IdRef
    • LCCN
    • GND
    • Italie
    • Japon
    • CiNii
    • Espagne
    • Belgique
    • Pays-Bas
    • Pologne
    • Israël
    • NUKAT
    • Catalogne
    • Suède
    • Australie
    • WorldCat
  • Ressources relatives à la littératureVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata :
    • The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction
    • Internet Speculative Fiction Database
    • NooSFere
    • Poetry Archive
  • (en) Spartacus Biographie
  • (en) Ballads and Lyrics of Socialism
  • (en) The Railway Children Biographie et bibliographie
  • Notices dans des dictionnaires ou encyclopédies généralistesVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata :
    • Britannica
    • Brockhaus
    • Den Store Danske Encyklopædi
    • Deutsche Biographie
    • Dictionnaire universel des créatrices
    • Enciclopedia De Agostini
    • Internetowa encyklopedia PWN
    • Nationalencyklopedin
    • Oxford Dictionary of National Biography
    • Store norske leksikon
  • Ressource relative aux beaux-artsVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata :
    • National Portrait Gallery
  • Ressources relatives à la musiqueVoir et modifier les données sur Wikidata :
    • Discography of American Historical Recordings
    • Discogs
    • MusicBrainz
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    • IMDb
  • icône décorative Portail de la littérature britannique
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B. J. Harrison Reads The Aunt and Amabel

Edith Nesbit

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"What would you have done? Rubbed your eyes and thought you were dreaming? Well, if you had, nothing more would have happened. Nothing ever does when you behave like that." In 'The Aunt and Amabel' a young girl damages a special flower-bed without meaning to, and as a punishment her aunt sends her to the bedroom with the large wardrobe. When Amabel finds a railway timetable naming a station called 'Bigwardrobeinspareroom' in there she is intrigued. And in opening the wardrobe, she finds something very unexpected on the inside. C.S. Lewis was famously a fan of E. Nesbit's children's stories growing up. 'The Aunt and Amabel' is the inspiration behind his masterpiece 'The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe' (1950). B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere. E. Nesbit (1858–1924) was an English author, poet and political activist. She started writing in order to support the woman her husband had impregnated, but soon earned fame and succes as an author of children's books.
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Five Children and It

Edith Nesbit

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A family of five children moves from London to the English countryside. While playing in a gravel pit soon after the move, the children discover an ancient and rather grumpy, sand-fairy known as the Psammead. The magical being agrees to grant one wish of theirs per day, but those wishes rarely turn out as they expect and they send them on one adventure after the other.
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The Wouldbegoods

Edith Nesbit

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The Bastable children, which some readers may remember from "The Treasure Seekers," are sent to stay in the countryside. The children (and Pincher the dog) have every intention of being well-behaved... but is the country really large enough to contain their exuberance?
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The Magic World

Edith Nesbit

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What would you do if you found out magic is actually all around you? These twelve magical short stories are all about magic and how it can be found in unlikely places. The atmosphere of each story is similar to the fantastic universe of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. They all contain important lessons for children as well as adults. In "The Cat-hood of Maurice," the protagonist learns to see life through another perspective and appreciate beings who are different from him. In "Kenneth and the Carp," a boy turns into a fish in order to prove his innocence. The story called "The Aunt and Amabel" is said to have inspired C.S. Lewis’ famous Narnia-series because Amabel goes through a wardrobe and arrives in another world much like the Narnia children. A fairy-tale book like no other. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl, Lyman Frank Baum and Dianna Wynne Jones. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Affiche du document The Prophet's Mantle

The Prophet's Mantle

Edith Nesbit

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If you are looking for a great combination of romance and thriller, look no further. This exhilarating crime and romance novel takes place in a Victorian society and uncovers a tale in the most unexpected way. Although it is one of her lesser-known works, it was written by both Nesbit and her husband Hubert Bland. This novel is the only book the unusual couple wrote together, and throughout the story, it is noticeable that both of them had socialist beliefs. Culminating in a surprising plot twist, this book is recommended for thrill-seekers, romantics, fans of Sherlock Holmes, and anyone who is looking for mystery and drama. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Affiche du document The Story of The Treasure Seekers

The Story of The Treasure Seekers

Edith Nesbit

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What is the most valuable thing in the world? Is it material things like money, or is it things that cannot be counted like love and friendship? This is the question the brave Bastable siblings face in Nesbit’s first children’s book, which served as an inspiration for C.S. Lewis’ famous Narnia-series. The siblings set out on a mission to regain their family’s wealth after their mother dies and their father’s business collapses. As the six children go on humorous adventures, they are determined to turn their luck around by coming up with all sorts of crazy ideas for making money. Although they are having fun, nothing is really working. That is, until one journey takes an unexpected turn. A greatly inspirational and uplifting story that will warm your heart. For fans of C.S Lewis, Lemony Snicket and J.K. Rowling. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Affiche du document The Wonderful Garden or The Three C's

The Wonderful Garden or The Three C's

Edith Nesbit

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Do you believe in magic? Then fasten your seatbelt and join the ride as The Three C’s – Charlotte, Caroline, and Charles - try to figure out where it can be found. Spending an adventurous summer while visiting their uncle, they discover both mysterious books and a wonderful garden that will change their lives forever. Especially one book catches their attention "The Language of Flowers" which seems to be an actual Spell book! As they try out some of the spells incredible things start to happen. Could this magic be real, or are the extraordinary events taking place merely coincidental? A fascinating book about the magic we can find in everyday life, and a story of what it means to be a child trying to find their way in an adult world. Great for fans of C.S. Lewis and Lewis Carroll. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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The Literary Sense

Edith Nesbit

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Love, relationships and everything in between. Although written over a hundred years ago each story in this collection touches on significant topics that are just as relevant today. No matter what you are going through there is something relatable for everyone within this dramatic compilation of engaging stories. Written through the perspectives of different characters, the collection includes "The Duel," "The Man With the Boots," and "The Girl with the Guitar." Recommended for fans of Margaret Atwood and anyone who loves a great story. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Man and Maid

Edith Nesbit

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"Man and Maid" might sound like the working title of something 11 year-old Jane Austen jotted down during recess, and whilst this might not be E. Nesbit's most imaginative of titles, she makes up for this in fantastic, magical storytelling. This collection of 13 short stories is a treat intended for adults – a rare audience for Nesbit - which in turn allows her to explore her penchant for horror and romance. Thus, true to her style and this book being a product of 1906, the protagonists are often women, the settings are realistic and relatable and the reader should expect neither brain-bursting aliens or awkward, graphic sex scenes in the style of Haruki Murakami. Instead this collection jumps leisurely from haunted manors and creepy wax figures to writers with a broken heart, mysterious train encounters and the 31-page juggernaut 'The Millionairess' about an old love triangle padded with even older money. To sum up, "Man and Maid" is very much a mixed bag of stories to cater to a variety of tastes. Edith Nesbit (1858 – 1924) (married name Edith Bland) was a prolific English author and poet, writing primarily children's books under the pen name E. Nesbit. Her work often characterized by a mix of realistic settings with fantastical elements, Nesbit went on to influence writers such as C.S. Lewis and J.K. Rowling. Her most notable works include "Five Children and It" (1902) and "The Railway Children" (1906) which have never gone out of print.
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Affiche du document The House of Arden - A Story for Children

The House of Arden - A Story for Children

Edith Nesbit

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Two siblings, Elfrida and Edred Arden, have recently become poor. However, the siblings inherit a ruined castle previously owned by a baron, and together they explore the depths of its mystery, hoping to find a treasure that will restore the castle and turn their luck around. Going back in time, they discover magical things they have never dreamed of. The siblings are swept off to see the plans of Napoleon and the inside of the Tower of London, and they even encounter a mouldiwarp (a magical mole). Most surprising of all: they find their lost father in South America, but is there still time to save him? A beautiful tale about family, sacrifice, and self-discovery. Excellent for fans of C.S. Lewis, Lemony Snicket and Madeleine L'Engle. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Grim Tales

Edith Nesbit

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42 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 31min.
A short horror story collection titled "Grim Tales" is exactly what you would expect from an author named Edith Bland, but her pen name E. Nesbit has quite another reputation so don't let that scare you. Hopefully you can leave that to the stories. Well-versed in the realms of fantasy and magical kingdoms as a children's author, E. Nesbit has a knack for the supernatural, which she tackles here in seven fantastical tales. Take "The Ebony Frame" for example – a story about a man enchanted by a beautiful woman in a painting in his attic (no relation to "The Picture of Dorian Gray" aside from the incredibly obvious), or "Man-Size in Marble", in which, akin to the film "The Conjuring" (2013), a young couple ignore the warnings of buying a new house and spookiness ensues. Short story collections are like houseboats – you're only a page turn or anchor pull away from new friends and a new perspective... or possibly the cold depths of the abyss. And by reading this you're surely in pursuit of the latter? Edith Nesbit (1858 – 1924) (married name Edith Bland) was a prolific English author and poet, writing primarily children's books under the pen name E. Nesbit. Her work often characterized by a mix of realistic settings with fantastical elements, Nesbit went on to influence writers such as C.S. Lewis and J.K. Rowling. Her most notable works include "Five Children and It" (1902) and "The Railway Children" (1906) which have never gone out of print.
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Wet Magic

Edith Nesbit

1h06min00

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88 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h06min.
This novel is the aquatic adventure of a lifetime. Four siblings, Francis, Mavis, Bernard, and Kathleen set out to rescue the sister of a mermaid who is being held captive at a circus. But who is good and who turns out evil? As always, appearances may deceive, and all is not as it seems. Meeting many new friends and gaining access to a secret kingdom underneath the sea, the siblings find themselves caught up in a war to save their new friends - the merpeople. Now, the siblings must confront their loyalty to each other as they fight for the goodness of the world. A timeless book, perfect for fans of C.S. Lewis, Bethany C. Morrow and J.K. Rowling, or anyone looking for a little bit of magic in their lives. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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Wings and The Child

Edith Nesbit

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67 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 50min.
It is often said that if you want to make the world a better place, start with children! Do you still remember what it was like to be a child? It was frustrating, and you often felt helpless, but it was also magical and carefree. We were all children once, and this is Nesbit’s main reminder to us all. This autobiographical essay explains Nesbit’s views on childhood and upbringing. She encourages every adult to teach children about creativity and to never dampen their spirits. She offers specific examples on how to motivate children to be inventive, not only for the benefit of their childhoods but for everyone who has forgotten the magic of imagination. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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The Magic City

Edith Nesbit

1h15min45

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101 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h16min.
If you could create your own world from scratch what would it look like? In this story the brave characters find out. 10-year-old Philip becomes concerned when his sister marries the father of a girl named Lucy, whom Philip does not get along with. In order to escape the situation, Philip creates a magical world entirely from his own imagination. However, Philip soon realizes that he has to come to terms with the world he has created in order to face reality. Step into a courageous adventure where objects come alive and dragons are slain, and still every page tells you something about your own life. Perfect for fans of J.K.Rowling and J.M.Barrie. Born in Kennington in 1858, Edith Nesbit wrote and co-authored over 60 beloved adventures at the beginning of the 20th century. Among her most popular books are "The Story of the Treasure-Seekers" (1899), "The Phoenix and the Carpet" (1904), and "The Railway Children" (1906). Many of her works became adapted to musicals, movies, and TV shows. Along with her husband Hubert Bland, she was among the first members of the Fabian society - a socialist debating club. A path in London close to her home was named "Railway Children Walk" in her honor, manifesting her legacy as one of the pioneers within the children’s fantasy genre.
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The Railway Children

Edith Nesbit

1h13min30

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98 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h13min.
When Roberta, Peter and Phyllis’ dad is suddenly and unexpectedly sent to prison, the children are suddenly pulled away from their comfortable suburban life. They move with their mother to the "Three Chimneys," a countryside house that sits near the railway. As the children settle into their new life, the railway allows them to meet and befriend a series of characters, some of whom need their help, and some whom might just be able to help them. First published in 1905 as a serial, "The Railway Children" has been popular with readers from its beginning. It has been adapted to the screen and the stage several times, and remain a children’s favourite to this day.
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