Books in Lions S series

The Sword And The Stone recreates, against the background of magnificent pageantry and dark magic that was medieval England, the education and training of young King Arthur, who was to become the greatest of Britain's legendary rulers.Growing up in a colorful world peopled by knights in armor and fair damsels, foul monsters and evil witches, young Arthur slowly learns the code of being a gentleman. Under the wise guidance of Merlin, the all-powerful magician for whom life progresses backwards, the king-to-be is trained in the gusty pursuits of falconry, jousting, hunting and sword play. He is even transformed by his remarkable old tutor into various animals, so that he may experience life from all points of view. In every conceivable and exciting way he is readied for the day when he, and he alone of all Englishmen, is destined to draw forth the marvelous sword from the magic stone and become the rightful King of' England.

Robber Hopsika leads a merry life as a highwayman until one of his victims asks him to rescue his lovely daughter Josephine from the clutches of wicked Master Irongrip. The chase is on, and Hopsika s new life of honesty and valour becomes packed with even more daring and adventure. Hopsika s quick wit and ingenuity make for a rollicking story which fairly burbles on its way. Book Window