The Velveteen Rabbit & other Classic Children's Stories (Macmillan Collector's Library)
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The Velveteen Rabbit & other Classic Children's Stories (Macmillan Collector's Library)
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The Velveteen Rabbit & other Classic Children's Stories (Macmillan Collector's Library)
What is it that makes a toy truly loved? In Margery Williams' tender The Velveteen Rabbit, a toy rabbit's devotion to the little boy who owns him leads to a transformation both magical and heartbreaking—a meditation on the power of love to make us real. This exquisite tale anchors a collection of timeless children's stories that celebrate kindness, wonder and the bonds between the young and those who cherish them. Kenneth Grahame's The Reluctant Dragon introduces a dragon far more interested in poetry than fierceness; Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Land of the Blue Flower portrays a young king whose encouragement of beauty transforms his kingdom; and other stories gather around themes of warmth, compassion and grace.
Each tale carries an enduring message: that kindness matters, that imagination reshapes reality, and that love—whether between a child and a toy, a king and his people, or an aunt and her reluctant family—is the truest magic. Many stories are accompanied by delightful illustrations that enhance the joy of reading. Edited by author and critic Nicolette Jones, this Macmillan Collector's Library edition is a perfect gift for families and a treasured addition to any collection. Whether reading aloud to a child or revisiting these beloved tales as an adult, The Velveteen Rabbit & other Classic Children's Stories reminds us why these stories endure.
Publisher: Macmillan Collector's Library
Date Published: 11/09/2025
ISBN: 9781035047352
Number of pages: 256
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