Suchitra Ramadurai (15 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The Magnificent Adventures of Robin Hood is a lively, child-friendly retelling of England's most enduring outlaw legend, created from a wide sweep of public-domain Robin Hood source material. This edition draws upon the classic ballads, early chapbooks, nineteenth-century collections, and broader traditional material found in historic Robin Hood archives, including the well-known Child Ballads, early Gest of Robyn Hode texts, and other open-access compilations that map Robin Hood's evolution across centuries. From these foundations, the book distils a vast body of lore into a crisp, cohesive narrative that covers Robin Hood's entire life, including several rarely retold adventures. Written in an upbeat, knightly tone, this edition keeps the brisk humour, bold action, and unmistakable English ruggedness that define the legend. It has been minimally illustrated for a smooth reading flow and designed in a travel-friendly 5.5 × 8.5 inch format for both hardcover and paperback, with an Elektronisches Buch edition available for readers who prefer digital portability. Ideal for young readers, families, schools, and lovers of classic adventure, this volume offers\* a complete life-story arc of Robin Hood\* an accessible retelling based on rigorous research\* rare and lesser-known escapades alongside the beloved classics>This edition celebrates the best of England's forest folklore while offering a fresh, inviting entry point for modern readers. A perfect addition to any adventure lover's shelf and a valuable resource for parents and educators seeking high-quality, research-grounded storytelling. …

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Before Enid Blyton, there was Angela Brazil; and if Blyton were a meringue, then Brazil is the whole pavlova! First published in 1910, THE MANOR HOUSE SCHOOL is one of her most admired school stories, and a foundational work of schoolgirl literature. The Manor House is a school straight out of a dream. An exotic, stunning mansion full of secrets, it has been partially repurposed as a school; and if stealthy searches for a hidden loot aren't exciting enough for the students Nora, Lindsay, Cicely and the rest, there are daily adventures with bats, rats, peacocks, ducks.and run-in's with suspicious-seeming residents. There's also the mystery of the troubled young heiress to the Manor who the children desperately want to help, amidst heaps of exploring, uncovering, surprises, and overall riotous fun! About This EditionThis book is a lightly edited adaptation of Angela Brazil's original 1910 novel.The text has been carefully adapted by Suchitra Ramadurai, twice winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Regional Prize in 2004 and 2012, with the aim of improving clarity and readability while preserving the original tone, structure, and spirit of the work, and freshly created, warm pencil illustrations have been included. Who This Book Is Ideal For- Readers of classic British school stories- Fans of Angela Brazil and early twentieth-century girls' fiction- Children discovering literary classics- Adults revisiting formative childhood reads- Parents, teachers, and librarians- Collectors of classic, vintage literature Formats & Technical DetailsE-book- Reader-friendly print replica format- Full-colour, fresh illustrations Paperback- 5.5 8.5 inches, travel-friendly size- Black-and-white interior- New York publishing-style cream paper Hardcover- 5.5 8.5 inches- Black-and-white interior- Premium cream paper, suitable for libraries and collections THE MANOR HOUSE SCHOOL remains a warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded novel about growing up, belonging, and learning how to stand steady when life changes course. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Before Enid Blyton, there was Angela Brazil; and if Blyton were a meringue, then Brazil is the whole pavlova! First published in 1912, THE NEW GIRL AT ST. CHAD'S is one of her most admired school stories, and a foundational work of schoolgirl literature. Honor doesn't mind the reputation of being the wild new girl at St. Chad's. After all, she is Irish, passionate about horses, climbs trees like a deft monkey, and indeed questions almost everything. But that doesn't mean that she is ready for insensitive pranks to be played on the other girls, or teachers losing their money; and for the blame to be pinned on her. Someone's devious plan seems to be to sew Honor's reputation to daring acts and leave her to take the fall. 'The New Girl at St. Chad's is a galloping trip through Irish wilds and British countrysides, through adventures that all happen in a single term at the indomitable St. Chad's. About This EditionThis book is a lightly edited adaptation of Angela Brazil's original 1912 novel.The text has been carefully adapted by Suchitra Ramadurai, twice winner of the Commonwealth Broadcasting Agency's Regional Short Story Prize in 2004 and 2012, with the aim of improving clarity and readability while preserving the original tone, structure, and spirit of the work. Who This Book Is Ideal For- Readers of classic British school stories- Fans of Angela Brazil and early twentieth-century girls' fiction- Children discovering literary classics- Adults revisiting formative childhood reads- Parents, teachers, and librarians- Collectors of classic, vintage literature Formats & Technical DetailsE-book- Reader-friendly print replica format- Full-colour, fresh illustrations Paperback- 5.5 8.5 inches, travel-friendly size- Black-and-white interior- New York publishing-style cream paper Hardcover- 5.5 8.5 inches- Black-and-white interior- Premium cream paper, suitable for libraries and collections THE NEW GIRL AT ST. CHAD'S remains a warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded novel about growing up, belonging, and learning how to stand steady when life changes course. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Before Enid Blyton, there was Angela Brazil; and if Blyton were a meringue, then Brazil is the whole pavlova! First published in 1912, THE NEW GIRL AT ST. CHAD'S is one of her most admired school stories, and a foundational work of schoolgirl literature. Honor doesn't mind the reputation of being the wild new girl at St. Chad's. After all, she is Irish, passionate about horses, climbs trees like a deft monkey, and indeed questions almost everything. But that doesn't mean that she is ready for insensitive pranks to be played on the other girls, or teachers losing their money; and for the blame to be pinned on her. Someone's devious plan seems to be to sew Honor's reputation to daring acts and leave her to take the fall. 'The New Girl at St. Chad's is a galloping trip through Irish wilds and British countrysides, through adventures that all happen in a single term at the indomitable St. Chad's. About This EditionThis book is a lightly edited adaptation of Angela Brazil's original 1912 novel.The text has been carefully adapted by Suchitra Ramadurai, twice winner of the Commonwealth Broadcasting Agency's Regional Short Story Prize in 2004 and 2012, with the aim of improving clarity and readability while preserving the original tone, structure, and spirit of the work. Who This Book Is Ideal For- Readers of classic British school stories- Fans of Angela Brazil and early twentieth-century girls' fiction- Children discovering literary classics- Adults revisiting formative childhood reads- Parents, teachers, and librarians- Collectors of classic, vintage literature Formats & Technical DetailsE-book- Reader-friendly print replica format- Full-colour, fresh illustrations Paperback- 5.5 8.5 inches, travel-friendly size- Black-and-white interior- New York publishing-style cream paper Hardcover- 5.5 8.5 inches- Black-and-white interior- Premium cream paper, suitable for libraries and collections THE NEW GIRL AT ST. CHAD'S remains a warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded novel about growing up, belonging, and learning how to stand steady when life changes course. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Before Enid Blyton, there was Angela Brazil; and if Blyton were a meringue, then Brazil is the whole pavlova! First published in 1910, THE MANOR HOUSE SCHOOL is one of her most admired school stories, and a foundational work of schoolgirl literature. The Manor House is a school straight out of a dream. An exotic, stunning mansion full of secrets, it has been partially repurposed as a school; and if stealthy searches for a hidden loot aren't exciting enough for the students Nora, Lindsay, Cicely and the rest, there are daily adventures with bats, rats, peacocks, ducks.and run-in's with suspicious-seeming residents. There's also the mystery of the troubled young heiress to the Manor who the children desperately want to help, amidst heaps of exploring, uncovering, surprises, and overall riotous fun! About This EditionThis book is a lightly edited adaptation of Angela Brazil's original 1910 novel.The text has been carefully adapted by Suchitra Ramadurai, twice winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Regional Prize in 2004 and 2012, with the aim of improving clarity and readability while preserving the original tone, structure, and spirit of the work, and freshly created, warm pencil illustrations have been included. Who This Book Is Ideal For- Readers of classic British school stories- Fans of Angela Brazil and early twentieth-century girls' fiction- Children discovering literary classics- Adults revisiting formative childhood reads- Parents, teachers, and librarians- Collectors of classic, vintage literature Formats & Technical DetailsE-book- Reader-friendly print replica format- Full-colour, fresh illustrations Paperback- 5.5 8.5 inches, travel-friendly size- Black-and-white interior- New York publishing-style cream paper Hardcover- 5.5 8.5 inches- Black-and-white interior- Premium cream paper, suitable for libraries and collections THE MANOR HOUSE SCHOOL remains a warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded novel about growing up, belonging, and learning how to stand steady when life changes course. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…