Charles Dickens

Mary Sebag-Montefiore

Barry Ablett

Thanks to its colorful cast of characters and gritty portrayal of street life in Victorian London, Dickens' "Oliver Twist" has captured readers' hearts for more than 150 years. Today's children will love it too. Oliver, a poor orphan, escapes the miserable workhouse where he was born only to fall into the clutches of a band of pickpockets led by the odious Fagin. Yet no amount of cruelty can destroy his purity...and through his goodness, he finds salvation.

Oliver Twist

Polar Bear is sad and alone. but when he writes to his friends, he can hardly believe the surprises he receives in return! With, glitter and spot varnish throughout, real letters and parcels to open and a special surprice pop-up parcel ending, this cheerful story about friendship and sharing is perfect for young children.

Dear Polar Bear--

Rob Lloyd Jones

See Inside London

Discover and explore some of the world's most famous buildings. Looking at famous buildings from across the ages each illustration opens up to reveal the building's interior as well as fascinating facts such as how they were built and their histories. Buildings include the Empire State Building, Guggenheim Museum, Himeji Castle, Versailles Palace, Blue Mosque, Notre Dame Cathedral and more.

Famous Buildings

Alison Kelly

Set during the French Revolution, the lives of Charles Darnay and his family are changed forever in this retelling of Charles Dickens' classic story.

Barry Ablett

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