Bøger af Margery Williams

When the Velveteen Rabbit first arrives in the nursery, he's snubbed by the other toys. But the Rabbit soon makes friends with the Skin Horse who explains how toys can become 'real',if only they are loved enough. But when Boy is ill with Scarlet Fever, and Rabbit is thrownaway, Rabbit finally discovers what it truly means to be real.

He didn't mind how he looked to other people, because the nursery magic had made him Real, and when you are Real shabbiness doesn't matter.In the nursery, only the toys that are old and wise truly understand what it means to be Real. The Velveteen Rabbit, a newcomer to the nursery, asks one of the most knowledgeable toys, the Skin Horse, what being Real means. And so begins the Velveteen Rabbit's journey towards becoming real - through the love of a child . . .Margery Williams' timeless picture book classic has been read and cherished by many generations of children and their parents and is now available in this beautiful hardback edition.Brought to life by gorgeous and much-loved classic illustrations by William Nicholson, with a new foiled cover design, this is a wonderful keepsake gift to treasure and share.

The Velveteen Rabbit is the perfect stuffed toy. After his Boy takes him to bed one night, the pair become inseparable. Then a magical fairy grants the wish of Rabbit's heart. Finally transformedinto a REAL Rabbit, he finds a new family, but never forgetshis special friend - after all, he was always real to theboy.

The Velveteen Rabbit is the perfect stuffed toy. After his Boy takes him to bed one night, the pair become inseparable. Then a magical fairy grants the wish of Rabbit's heart. Finally transformedinto a REAL Rabbit, he finds a new family, but never forgetshis special friend - after all, he was always real to theboy.

Dive into this joyous collection of classical children’s books from some of the best writers for little hearts and young minds.Uncover the magic of childhood classics from ´Anne of Green Gables´, ´The Wind in the Willows´, and ´The Secret Garden´ to ´The Velveteen Rabbit´ and ´The Wonderful Adventures of Nils´.Follow one girl's search for belonging, go on thrilling adventures with our favourite furry friends, discover a magical garden, learn about love and reality with a toy rabbit, and join one boy as he embarks on fantastical farmland adventures!Weaving a touching and intoxicating collection of coming-of-age tales, this ‘Classic Children's Books Collection’ is the perfect companion for fans of Netflix’s ‘Anne with an E’.Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874-1942) was a Canadian author and poet. Best known for her novel ‘Anne of Green Gables’, it remains one of the best-selling books worldwide and has been adapted for both stage and screen.Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932) was a British writer born in Edinburgh, Scotland. He is most famous for the children’s classics ‘The Wind in the Willows’ and ‘The Reluctant Dragon’.Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was a British-American novelist and playwright. Best known for her celebrated children’s novels, Burnett’s work spans ‘Little Lord Fauntleroy’, ‘A Little Princess’, and ‘The Secret Garden’.Selma Lagerlöf (1858-1940) was a Swedish author and the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Her work spans ‘The Saga of Goesta Berling’, ‘The Wonderful Adventures of Nils Holgersson’, and ‘Jerusalem’.

The Velveteen Rabbit (or How Toys Become Real) is a British children's book written by Margery Williams and illustrated by William Nicholson. It chronicles the story of a stuffed rabbit's desire to become real through the love of his owner. The story was first published in Harper's Bazaar in 1921 and has been republished many times since.The Velveteen Rabbit was given the International Literacy Association's Children's Book Council (United States) Children's Choice award. Based on a 2007 online poll, the National Education Association voted the book #28 on the "Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children." Although the story is simple, its message is memorable and powerful: It is love that makes our lives meaningful and worthwhile.This edition is a replica of the original, including the color illustrations, and is printed on acid-free, archival-quality paper in a case-laminate binding for long life and durability.

Margery Williams, author of "The Velveteen Rabbit," looked to the childhood of her for inspiration. "I am extremely fond of animals," she told an interviewer in 1927. "I was extremely fond of my own toys. I've a sense for children's toys, old ones, not brand new.At what time did Margery Williams wrote The Velveteen Rabbit?Margery Williams Bianco's' The Velveteen Rabbit' still resonates hundred years later "To engage children's interest in whatever you've to be keenly interested in that thing yourself," Margery Williams Bianco wrote in 1925. Her story endures since it connects to and so many folks.What's probably the most important lesson to take from The Velveteen Rabbit?Moral Of The StoryThe story is going to help kids learn that hardships are actually a regular part of life and that, eventually, they'll pass. In the beginning, the Velveteen Rabbit is actually unfortunate he's not loved, but eventually, the rabbit is actually loved by the Boy, which will help him start to be real.What's the summary of The Velveteen Rabbit story?The Velveteen Rabbit - Teaching Kids Philosophy - Prindle...A kid is actually given a gift of a stuffed rabbit at Christmas. The story is actually told from the perspective of the toy. The rabbit is told that in case he's loved enough he is going to become actual. When the kid falls ill the toy is usually to be thrown away, but is actually given a new life, and a completely new view of reality.

'When a child loves you for a long, long time, not justto play with, but really loves you, then you become Real.'This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.

"The Velveteen Rabbit" is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for over a century.An enchanting tale about a soft toy rabbit's journey to becoming Real. Through his adventures with his best friend, Boy, the rabbit learns about the transformative power of love, loyalty, and imagination. When Boy falls ill, the rabbit faces the ultimate test of strength and resilience."The Velveteen Rabbit" is a heartwarming story of childhood innocence and the bonds of friendship that continues to inspire generation after generation. Rediscover the magic of a world where toys can become real, and dreams can come true.Margery Williams was a successful writer who authored a number of beloved children's books and novels, but she is best known for her classic tale "The Velveteen Rabbit." She also wrote other popular children's books such as "The Little Wooden Doll" and "Poor Cecco," as well as several novels for adults, including "Winterbound" and "The Thing in the Woods." Her writing career spanned several decades, and her works continue to be cherished by readers of all ages around the world.

First published in 1922, "The Velveteen Rabbit" is Margery Williams' beloved children's story of how a children's stuffed rabbit becomes a real animal. A young boy receives a stuffed rabbit sewn from velveteen for Christmas but quickly becomes disinterested in it in favor of the other modern and mechanical toys that he also receives. When the wisest and oldest toy in the nursery, the Skin Horse, tells the velveteen rabbit that if he is loved enough by the boy he could become real, the rabbit is fascinated by the idea. Later the boy comes down with scarlet fever and the rabbit becomes the boy's favorite toy setting the velveteen rabbit on a magical journey to becoming a real rabbit. This beautifully illustrated children's book has delighted readers for over one hundred years and to this day remains one of the most popular children's books ever published. This edition includes the original illustrations in color by William Nicholson and is printed on premium acid-free paper.

The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this heirloom edition of the children's classic featuring audio narration by Jeff Bridges, re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts.

A timeless classic about the magic of boundless love that's been treasured for generations!At first a brand-new toy, now a threadbare and discarded nursery relic, the velveteen rabbit is saved from peril by a magic fairy who whisks him away to the idyllic world of Rabbitland. There, he becomes "Real," a cherished childhood companion who will be loved for eternity.The timeless story of a toy rabbit that becomes real through the love of a child appears for the first time in an elegantly slipcased picture book and audio-cassette format. Cassette running time: 25 minutes.

Nursery magic is very strange and wonderful, and only those playthings that are old and wise and experienced like the Skin Horse understand all about it."What is REAL?" asked the Rabbit one day. "Does it mean having things that buzz inside you and a stick-out handle?""Real isn't how you are made," said the Skin Horse. 'It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real. It doesn't happen all at once. You become. It takes a long time. Generally, by the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby. But these things don't matter at all, because once you are Real you can't be ugly, except to people who don't understand."

It is Christmas and a little boy receives a gift – a velveteen rabbit. Although the other toys look down on him, the rabbit is happy to be with the boy. They are constant companions and it seems like nothing can worsen their days. But then the boy gets sick and the doctor insists that all the toys get burned because they may be infected. The rabbit as well. Is this the end of their friendship? Or will the rabbit’s dearest wish finally come true?B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Margery Williams was an English-American writer who lived in the period 1881-1944. She is best known as a children’s books author. Her writing career went through several ups and downs but she published her most popular work "The Velveteen Rabbit" in 1922 and it brought her a wide popularity. The book was so well received that it was later adapted to movies and plays. Margery Williams’ literary legacy consists mainly of children’s books but the latest period of her career showed a different side of her. She began writing about young adults and the social obstacles they had to face. World War II affected her as well and she wrote several works which referred to European history. Despite the significance of those books, she is still mostly remembered for her children’s book which remain incredibly popular today.

When a young boy gets a beautiful velveteen rabbit for a gift, he plays with his new toy for a while, but in all the excitement of opening presents, he forgets about it. But only temporarily. How the rabbit comes to be loved by the boy and finally comes to life is a classic story that has been read and cherished by many generations of children and their parents.

The Original 1922 full color edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, with the original text of Margery Williams and illustrated with the original art of William Nicholson. Beautifully reproduced from a century ago, this timeless classic has captivated readers for almost 100 years.A story about becoming Real, "…because once you are Real you can't be ugly, except to people who don't understand."A great gift for every child, or every baby shower, is this highly recommended classic story from years ago. The full story is included here, with all color illustrations, in this slim volume, provided at an affordable price.

What does it take for a toy to become real? When the Skin Horse tells the new Velveteen Rabbit that a toy can become real if they are truly loved he wants nothing more. But when the boy who owns him becomes ill with scarlet fever and everything he was in contact with must be destroyed what will become of his favorite toy?This edition features all the color images from the original and large text for easy reading.