Mr. Toad and his friends-Mole, Ratty, and Mr. Badger-have outrageous adventures in the Wild Wood, but Toad ever learn to be the responsible toad he should be?HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.

The Wind In The Willows

The wind in the willows

Kenneth Grahame was a British writer born in Edinburgh, Scotland. He is most famous for The Wind in the Willows (1908), a classic of children's literature, as well as The Reluctant Dragon. Both books were later adapted for stage and film, of which A. A. Milne's Toad of Toad Hall, based on part of The Wind in the Willows, was the first. Other adaptations include Cosgrove Hall Films' The Wind in the Willows (and its subsequent long-running television series), and the Walt Disney films (The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad and The Reluctant Dragon).
"The Wind in the Willows" takes readers on a delightful journey through the English countryside, where they meet the endearing characters of Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Together, they embark on thrilling escapades, navigate the river, and confront the mischievous antics of Toad. This timeless tale of friendship, courage, and the joy of simple pleasures has captivated readers for generations. 
"The Reluctant Dragon" introduces readers to a pacifist dragon who prefers reading poetry and having philosophical discussions rather than engaging in fierce battles. When confronted by a knight, unexpected friendships form, and a heartwarming story of acceptance and understanding unfolds. 
In "The Golden Age," Grahame paints a nostalgic portrait of childhood, evoking a sense of innocence and wonder. Through a series of vignettes, he captures the essence of youthful imagination, adventure, and the magic of everyday experiences. 
"Dream Days" continues the exploration of childhood themes, delving into the realms of fantasy, make-believe, and the power of imagination. These enchanting stories offer a glimpse into a world where anything is possible and where children's dreams become reality.
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The Golden Age
Dream Days
The Reluctant Dragon
The Wind in the Willows

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The Wind in the Willows

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 'There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.'

 A timeless and celebrated children's classic, Grahame's The Wind in the Willows has delighted for nearly 100 years. In the idyllic English countryside, Mole, Badger, Rat and Toad encounter adventure at every turn - whether it's gipsy caravans, Rat's love for the river, or Toads passion for motorcars, the loveable friends and their escapades continue to delight children and adults alike.

The Wind in The Willows

Mr. Toad is the kindhearted, but spoiled resident of Toad Hall. He is bored and constantly obsesses over different crazes, like houseboating and caravaning, but it is only when he encounters a motorcar that he really gets into trouble. Toad will need all the help he can get from his friends-Mole, Rat, and Mr. Badger-if he is ever going to learn how to act like the respectable toad he should be. The Wind in the Willows became an instant classic upon its publication in 1908. This timeless classic has inspired numerous radio, film, television, and stage adaptions, and has inspired sequels and alternative versions. HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.

Wind in the willows

Quand Taupe décide de quitter sa maison, il ne se doute pas de ce qui l'attend dehors. Il ignore, surtout, à quel point cette décision va bouleverser sa vie. Avec Rat, Crapaud et Blaireau, compagnons de route qui deviennent bientôt ses amis, il découvre la rivière, parcourt les routes, explore la forêt – autant d'endroits nouveaux, riches de bonheurs intenses, mais aussi d'inquiétudes et de peurs... Le Vent dans les saules est paru pour la première fois en 1908 en Grande-Bretagne. Avant de devenir des héros de livre, Taupe, Rat, Blaireau et Crapaud ont d'abord existé dans les lettres que l'auteur, Kenneth Grahame, adressait à son jeune fils, Alastair, quand ce dernier passait les vacances d'été loin de son père. Cette fantaisie animalière écrite dans une langue enchanteresse nous ravit et nous divertit. Cependant, derrière une apparence de légèreté, elle nous parle de nous : de notre besoin de rencontres et de découvertes, mais encore de notre peur de l'autre et de la nouveauté – et ce, quel que soit notre âge... C'est ce qui fait du Vent dans les saules un livre pour toute la vie.

Le Vent dans les saules

Kenneth Grahame, né le 8 mars 1859 à Édimbourg (Écosse) et mort le 6 juillet 1932 à Pangbourne, dans le comté de Berkshire (Angleterre), est un romancier britannique.
Il est principalement connu pour son roman Le Vent dans les saules (The Wind in the Willows, 1908), un classique de la littérature britannique pour enfants, écrit à l'origine pour son fils qui partageait l'entêtement d'un des personnages du roman : Crapaud, Baron Tétard (Toad of Toad Hall). L'illustrateur le plus célèbre du roman est Ernest Howard Shepard.

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