The Children of the New Forest (Wordsworth Children's Classics) - Softcover

Marryat, Captain Frederick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1853261106 ISBN 13: 9781853261107

Publisher: Wordsworth Editions, 1993

Synopsis

Cavalier and Roundhead battle it out in the turbulent setting of the English Civil war and provide the background for this classic tale of four orphans as they face adversity, survival in the forest, reconciliation and eventual forgiveness.

This is the first enduring historical novel for children, which conjures up as much magic today as it did on first publication. The freedom from adult constraint allied with the necessary disciplines to survive in a hostile world make for a gripping read.

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Review:

With their father killed fighting for King Charles and their mansion home burnt down by the Roundheads, the four orphaned Beverley children find refuge with old Jacob Armitage, a forester and loyal servant of their father's. In his cottage, deep in the New Forest, the children quickly have to learn hunting, housekeeping and the crafts of living off the land. When Jacob dies, the children are left completely alone to fend for themselves but despite being at constant risk of discovery, Edward, the eldest, is determined to help restore the king and regain his own inheritance.

Captain Marryatt's exciting Civil War adventure has gripped readers for generations. An adventure story filled with heroism, excitement and suspense it is also a tale of survival and loyalty set in a fascinating historical context. (Ages 9 to Adult)

Book Description:

A classic adventure story set during the English Civil War. With the king imprisoned, their father dead and their home on fire, the four Beverley children flee to the forest where they must make a new life.

About this edition

• Publisher: Wordsworth Editions
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 1853261106
• ISBN 13: 9781853261107
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304