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Books in Candlewick Illustrated Classics series

  • The Illustrated Fairy Tale Princess Collection

    Shiei

    Paperback (Seven Seas, June 6, 2017)
    From the familiar to the obscure, these fifteen classic stories are a gateway into a world of magic, danger, and romance.
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  • Mutiny on the Bounty

    Charles Nordhoff, James Norman Hall

    Paperback (Classics Illustrated Comics, Aug. 5, 2016)
    Nordhoff and Hall's account of the 1789 mutiny on board HMS Bounty, perpetrated by Fletcher Christian and the crew, against the tyrannical Captain William Bligh and his officers.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colorful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a biography of Captain William Bligh, historical maps of the Bounty's journeys, theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas’ "The Three Musketeers", and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This edition is specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who have loving memories of this series of old.
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  • Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Graphic Novel

    Robert Louis Stevenson, Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Paperback (Saddleback Educational Publishing, Jan. 1, 2007)
    These literary masterpieces are made easy and interesting. This series features classic tales retold with color illustrations to introduce literature to struggling readers. Each 64-page eBook retains key phrases and quotations from the original classics. Dr. Jekyll's studies of transcendental medicine lead him to a fascinating discovery. He develops a magic potion that can split his dual nature into two separate identities- one good and one evil. As the evil Hyde, Jekyll is able to live out his wicked fantasies without shame or remorse. His experiments soon turn into a nightmare when Jekyll no longer has control over the transformations.
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  • Robin Hood

    Howard Pyle, Victor Prezio

    Paperback (Classics Illustrated Comics, Sept. 1, 2015)
    Adventures of Robin Hood, the great outlaw. Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colorful comic strip form, providing an excellent introduction for younger readers. Also includes theme discussions and study questions.
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  • A Midsummer Night's Dream Graphic Novel

    William Shakespeare, Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Paperback (Saddleback Educational Publishing, Oct. 1, 2007)
    Theme: Hi-Lo, graphic novels, illustrated, Shakespeare, classics. Midsummer Night's Dream takes place in mythical Athens. The theme of the story is that love has no laws and is blind and unpredictable. William Shakespeare wrote many great comedies and tragedies. This story, an entertaining fantasy, takes the reader through a romantic farce on a midsummer's eve, during a time of great rejoicing amongst the elves and fairies who live in the woods. Puck, Oberon, Theseus, Hermia, Demetrius, Helena, Bottom, and Lysander are just a few of the characters in this timeless, world-famous comedy. This series features classic Shakespeare retold with graphic color illustrations. Educators using the Dale-Chall vocabulary system adapted each title. Each 64-page, eBook retains key phrases and quotations from the original play. Research shows that the more students read, the better their vocabulary, their ability to read, and their knowledge of the world.
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  • Fairy Tales from Hans Christian Andersen: A Classic Illustrated Edition

    Hans Christian Andersen

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Oct. 1, 1992)
    The entrancing world of toys, animals, magical kingdoms, and mystical beings is magnificently brought to life by master storyteller Hans Christian Andersen in this, the fourth title in Chronicle Books' extremely successful Classic Illustrated Edition series. Beautifully illustrated with charming turn of the century pictures by such notable artists as Arthur Rackham, Maxwell Armfield, and Edmund Dulac, this stunning book is a visual feast for children and adults alike. This collection contains the following stories: The Emperor's New Clothes The Little Mermaid The Little Match Girl The Nightingale The Princess and the Pea The Steadfast Tin Soldier Thumbelina The Tinderbox The Ugly Duckling
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  • 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

    Jules Verne, Henry Kiefer, Unknown

    Hardcover (Classics Illustrated Comics, Jan. 19, 2016)
    The subaquatic adventures of Captain Nemo and his captives and crew on his submarine, the Nautilus.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colorful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a biography of Jules Verne, theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom or at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book series began life in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas’ "The Three Musketeers", and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This new CCS Books edition is specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who have loving memories of this series of old. Each book contains dedicated theme discussions and study questions to further develop the reader’s understanding and enjoyment of the work at hand.
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  • The Oregon Trail

    Francis Parkman, Henry Kiefer

    Paperback (Classics Illustrated Comics, March 2, 2017)
    The true story of author Francis Parkman's adventures in Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado and Kansas in the summer of 1846.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a biography of Francis Parkman, theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas’s "The Three Musketeers", and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This new CCS Books edition is specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who have loving memories of this series of old.
  • Wild Bill Hickok

    Medio Iorio, Sal Trapani

    Paperback (Classics Illustrated Comics, March 2, 2017)
    The life story of James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok, the famous lawman, gunfighter and gambler of the Old West.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas’s "The Three Musketeers", and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This new CCS Books edition is specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who have loving memories of this series of old.
  • Gulliver's Travels Graphic Novel

    Jonathan Swift, Saddleback Educational Publishing

    Paperback (Saddleback Educational Publishing, Jan. 1, 2007)
    These literary masterpieces are made easy and interesting. This series features classic tales retold with color illustrations to introduce literature to struggling readers. Each 64-page eBook retains key phrases and quotations from the original classics. In this humorous satire, which makes fun of English politicians in the early 1700s, you'll travel to many strange make-believe worlds. Join Gulliver as he sails from the land of the tiny six-inch people called Lilliputians and the land of the giant people called Brobdingnagians, to the land of the Houyhnhnms- where wise and understanding horses tame herds of wild Yahoos, creatures that are strangely human!
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  • Peter Pan

    J. M. Barrie, Kriss Sison

    Paperback (Seven Seas, Aug. 22, 2017)
    "Neverland like you've never seen it before-- with brand-new manga-styled artwork! Join Wendy, John, and Michael Darling, as they're whisked away from their London home to a magical world of mermaids, pirates, and crocodiles!"--Back cover.
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  • Tales of Hans Christian Andersen: Candlewick Illustrated Classic

    Hans Christian Andersen, Joel Stewart

    Paperback (Candlewick, Oct. 12, 2010)
    Candlewick Illustrated Classics are collectible editions that bring treasured stories to life with lavish full-color illustrations and elegant French flaps.This superb collection of thirteen Andersen tales includes "The Princess and the Pea," "Thumbelina," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Snow Queen." Naomi Lewis' translations brilliantly capture Andersen's irresistible humor and conversational tone, and a whole host of memorable characters are brought to life in Joel Stewart's fresh and whimsical illustrations.
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