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This anthology of rare stories of crime and suspense brings together a selection of rare tales by masters of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction for the first time in book form, including a newly discovered Agatha Christie crime story that has not been seen since 1922. At a time when crime and thriller writing has once again overtaken the sales of general and literary fiction, Bodies from the Library unearths lost stories from the Golden Age, that period between the World Wars when detective fiction captured the public’s imagination.

The House at Pooh Corner is the second book about the adventures of the thoughtful bear Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends. A particular feature of the book is the introduction of a new character, the ebullient Tigger. Fortunately for Pooh, Tiger dislikes honey, but it is later discovered that he likes Malt, which can be found in abundance at the house of Kanga and Roo.

This anthology of thirty-five children's poems was first published in 1927. It is the second collection by Milne of children's poetry, following When We Were Very Young, which was released in 1924. Now We Are Six is notable for the appearance of the lovable bear, Winnie the Pooh who is featured in several poems and whose adventures are described in the Winnie The Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner.

Authors all too often become the victims of their own success, forever associated with only a handful of their works which are a relatively small part of an otherwise prolific output. For an author of successful plays and novels as A.A. Milne was, to be then only known as a children's writer was an annoyance to say the least. Yet it comes as no surprise that in Milne's 1922 book "The Red House Mystery" we find much of the warmth and wit that was a few years later to characterize his children's writing in The" Winnie The Pooh" books; albeit in the very different setting of a murder mystery!

The concluding ten chapters to A.A. Milne's much beloved tales of whimsy and adventure in the hundred acre woods.

The first complete collection of A. A. Milne’s short fiction for grown-ups, including several newly discovered stories. He paints memorable scenes – from a children’s birthday party, to an accidental encounter with murder, and a case of blackmail – often with an unexpected twist. But he also deals in poignancy, from the girl who pulls the wool over her boyfriend’s eyes, to a first dance and first disappointment or family reunion and domestic dissonance.

Enjoy this collection of all 20 beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories, featuring Christopher Robin and his friends! Join the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and the rest for delightful mishaps and adventures filled with Warmth, Whimsy, and Honey. Rediscover the charming tales that have captured hearts for generations.

Winnie-the-Pooh es el primer libro (1926) de la amplia colección que escribió A. A. Milne sobre la entrañable amistad del oso Pooh y Christopher Robin. Esta es una historia de aventuras, de la mano de los habitantes del Bosque de los Cien Acres: Piglet, Iyor, Búho, Conejo, Kangu, Rito, y, por supuesto, ¡las abejas! En este audiolibro, Winnie-the-Pooh se mete en divertidos problemas y en expoohdiciones al lado de sus mejores amigos.

This collection of 35 short poems was first published in 1927, and is a sequel to When We Were Very Young, which was the first anthology of verse dealing with the domestic adventures of Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh.

In this adaptation of the first chapter of A. A. Milne’s well known classic “Winnie-the-Pooh,” Pooh gets himself into trouble when he tries to take honey from a bee hive.

In his classic autobiography A. A. Milne, with his characteristic self-deprecating humor, recalls a blissfully happy childhood in the company of his brothers and writes with touching affection about the father he adored. From Westminster School, he won a scholarship to Cambridge University, before going out into the world, determined to be a writer. He was assistant editor at Punch and went on to enjoy great success with his novels, plays, and stories. And of course, he is best remembered for his children's novels and verses featuring Winnie-the-Pooh and Christopher Robin.

This collection of delightful children’s stories celebrates two iconic British authors, A. A. Milne and Beatrix Potter. Included are the ever-popular Winnie-The-Pooh, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, The Tale of Jeremy Fisher, The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, The Tale of The Flopsy Bunnies, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck, The Tale of Mrs. Titlemouse, The Tale of Tom Kitten, The Tale of Two Bad Mice, The Tale of Johnny-Town-Mouse, and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin.

The battle between the kingdoms of Euralia and Borodnia, royal romances, magic spells, and a sprinkling of dry wit throughout are part of the fun of this rollicking yarn. Mr. Milne suggested that he wrote this one for listeners of all ages. 

 A Gallery of Children is A. A. Milne's first published book of prose. It was released after his poetry collection, When We Were Very Young, and prior to Winnie the Pooh. With his characteristic blend of nonsense, wit and warmth, Milne offers 12 short stories of childish endeavour and mishap. They will delight and amuse listeners both young and not-so-young. 

The author of more than 25 plays, 10 nonfiction books, seven novels, five children's books, and four books of poetry, A. A. Milne was notable for more than just his creation of the Hundred Acre Wood. This collection illustrates just how Milne's mind worked and offers witty, creative, and entertaining insight into his everyday life.

The author’s birth name was Alan Alexander Milne, but his pen name used only the initials A. A. Milne. He eventually won worldwide acclaim for his renowned youth-oriented stories about Winnie-the-Pooh. However, he tried something different a few years before that, a story based on parental devotion.

Are you beginning to think that hand washing and masks are not enough to protect our families or the CDC suggestions are not enough to reopen our business safely? They’re not! Win the War on Covid-19 describes known and verified contagion reduction strategies in detail. These are the strategies that pathogen control experts use to make interior space safe again. 

When amateur detective Anthony Gillingham and his friend, Bill Beverley visit Red House, their host, Mark Ablett suddenly disappears. Anthony believes that Mr. Ablett’s disappearance may be connected to a bizarre murder. Gillingham must discover if their host is responsible for that murder and what the motive was.  

When electrical engineer and radio enthusiast Myles Cabot attempts to transport matter via radio wave, he finds himself transported from his home in Boston to the planet Venus, where he is captured by the Formians, a race of antlike creatures. After learning of the Cupians, a humanlike race that is subservient to the Formians, Cabot escapes and falls in love with the Cupian princess Lilla. Using his in-depth knowledge of Earth science and technology, Cabot leads the oppressed Cupians in a revolt against their Formian masters.

Karen Cumming and Patricia Milne are sisters who embarked on a daunting journey...one that many of us may go on at some point in our lives. They guided their 98 year old mother, Verna, through Ontario's long-term care system. Unfortunately, few people on the inside of that system seemed to be guiding them. This audiobook is the survival guide they never had. Packed with indispensable resources, tips and insights, it will help you and your family to be proactive and prepared for the decisions that lie ahead. You are not alone.