The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit

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Author Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924
Title The Phoenix and the Carpet
Credits Produced by Jo Churcher, and David Widger
Summary "The Phoenix and the Carpet" by E. Nesbit is a children's fantasy novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on the adventures of four siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, and Jane—as they encounter magical elements in their lives, such as a mysterious egg and a magical carpet that grants them wishes. As the children explore their new abilities, they navigate mishaps and marvels that spark their imaginations while dealing with the whimsical challenges of childhood. The opening of the book introduces the children as they prepare for the Guy Fawkes celebrations and contemplate their recent acquisition of a new carpet. During their attempts to test fireworks inside the house, a series of misadventures leads to the discovery of a shiny egg within the freshly acquired carpet. When the egg hatches into a beautiful Phoenix, it reveals that their carpet is magical and offers to take them anywhere they wish. The children quickly realize that their dull, everyday life can be transformed into an extraordinary adventure filled with excitement, exploration, and whimsical possibilities, setting the stage for the magical journeys to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Magic -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Edward VII, 1901-1910 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Phoenix (Mythical bird) -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 836
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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