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Margaret Marshall Saunders

    13. květen 1861 – 15. únor 1947

    Margaret Marshall Saunders byla kanadská autorka známá především svým románem „Beautiful Joe“. Tento příběh, vyprávěný z pohledu psa, který zažil těžké štěněcí časy a krutého majitele, byl první kanadskou knihou, která se prodala v milionu výtisků. Saunders také napsala více než dvacet dalších děl, z nichž mnohá obsahovala sociální komentáře k otázkám, jako je zrušení dětské práce a zlepšení hřišť. Svým psaním se snažila upozornit na sociální problémy a prosazovat zlepšení života těch nejzranitelnějších.

    Beautiful Joe - Marshall Saunders
    Cows and Their Calves
    Beautiful Joe a Dog's Own Story (1893)
    Rose A Charlitte
    Beautiful Joe
    Krasavec Brok
    • 2024

      Tilda Jane

      An Orphan in Search of a Home. A Story for Boys and Girls

      • 140 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

      Set against the backdrop of orphanhood, this classical story follows Tilda Jane as she embarks on a quest for belonging and a true home. Aimed at both boys and girls, the narrative explores themes of resilience and the search for family. Alpha Editions has meticulously preserved this important work by reformatting and retyping it, ensuring clarity and readability for contemporary readers. This edition aims to keep Tilda Jane's journey alive for future generations.

      Tilda Jane
    • 2023

      In this heartwarming sequel to the beloved children's book Beautiful Joe, the eponymous canine hero and his family travel to a utopian island where animals and humans coexist in harmony. Alongside a menagerie of talking animals, Joe experiences an idyllic life of leisure, adventure, and social justice. Saunders' charming and compassionate story is sure to delight readers of all ages.

      Beautiful Joe's Paradise; or, The Island of Brotherly Love. A Sequel to 'Beautiful Joe'. Illustrated by Charles Livingston Bull
    • 2023

      Boy is a beloved fox-terrier who goes on many adventures and has many close calls. The book is a classic animal adventure story and will appeal to fans of the genre. A heartwarming tale of a loyal dog's many adventures.

      Boy, the Wandering dog; Adventures of a Fox-terrier
    • 2023

      Charles and his Lamb

      • 72 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      This heartwarming tale follows the bond between a young boy named Charles and his beloved lamb. As Charles raises the lamb and makes him a part of his family, he learns about responsibility, empathy, and the true meaning of love. A perfect story for animal lovers of all ages.

      Charles and his Lamb
    • 2023

      My Pets; Real Happenings in My Aviary

      • 316 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      In this charming memoir, Marshall Saunders recounts her experiences raising a variety of birds in her backyard aviary. Filled with humorous anecdotes and heartfelt observations, this book is a must-read for anyone with an interest in animal behavior and the joys of pet ownership.

      My Pets; Real Happenings in My Aviary
    • 2023

      Rose à Charlitte

      • 292 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      The book is a significant classical work that has played an important role in human history. Recognizing its value, Alpha Editions has reissued it in a modern format, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The text has been meticulously reformatted, retyped, and redesigned for clarity and readability, rather than being a scanned copy. This volume is categorized under American and Canadian literature, highlighting its relevance within those literary traditions.

      Rose à Charlitte
    • 2022

      Beautiful Joe; An Autobiography

      in large print

      • 300 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, produced by the publishing house Megali, which focuses on creating large print editions. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision, ensuring that important texts remain available to a wider audience.

      Beautiful Joe; An Autobiography
    • 2021
    • 2021

      Bonnie Prince Fetlar

      The Story of a Pony and His Friends

      • 234 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      Focusing on the journey of a pony and his companions, this book captures the essence of friendship and adventure. It highlights the significance of preserving such stories for future generations, ensuring that the narrative remains accessible and engaging. The text has been carefully reformatted and retyped for clarity, making it a modern, readable edition that honors the original work's importance in human history.

      Bonnie Prince Fetlar