Publisher's Synopsis
Puck of Pook's Hill and Rewards and Fairies is a collection of two books by Rudyard Kipling. The first book, Puck of Pook's Hill, is a children's fantasy novel published in 1906. It tells the story of two children, Dan and Una, who meet Puck, a mischievous fairy, and are transported back in time to meet historical figures such as Roman soldiers, medieval knights, and Elizabethan actors. The book explores themes of history, identity, and the power of imagination.The second book, Rewards and Fairies, is a sequel to Puck of Pook's Hill and was published in 1910. It continues the adventures of Dan and Una as they meet more historical figures, including Robin Hood and Sir Francis Drake. The book also includes a series of poems, known as the ""Brother Square-Toes"" poems, which were written as moral lessons for children.Overall, Puck of Pook's Hill and Rewards and Fairies are classic children's books that transport readers to a magical world filled with history, adventure, and imagination. Kipling's writing style is engaging and accessible, making these books a timeless favorite for readers of all ages.1905. Two books in one. Kipling, English short-story writer, novelist and poet, who celebrated the heroism of British colonial soldiers in India and Burma, was the first Englishman to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907. Puck of Pook's Hill is a loosely linked collection of stories featuring two children, Dan and Una, who meet Puck in a meadow near their home in Sussex. Puck then arranges for a series of historical people to come and tell them stories of important historical events. Rewards and Fairies presents eleven more stories told to Dan and Una by Puck's characters, some of which also appeared in the earlier stories. The two books also contain a number of poems that are associated with the themes of the stories. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
