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The Boy lives in a cottage with his mother and father, and the Dragon lives in a cave on the Downs. The Boy is his only friend. The Dragon is not at all the sort of Dragon one might expect to meet, however: he's polite and friendly.

The Reluctant Dragon is an 1898 children's story by Kenneth Grahame, originally published as a chapter in his book Dream Days. It is Grahame's most famous short story, arguably better known than Dream Days itself or the related 1895 collection The Golden Age. It can be seen as a prototype to most modern stories in which the dragon is a sympathetic character rather than a threat. The story takes place in the Berkshire Downs in Oxfordshire (where the author lived and where, according to legend, St. George did fight a dragon).

Immerse yourself in the captivating narration of English Vocal Artist Stephanie Poppins as you follow the adventures of Mole, Ratty, and Mr. Toad. From wild motorcar exploits to the serene life by the riverbank, this beloved tale celebrates the the idyllic English countryside, the spirit of adventure, and the bonds of camaraderie.

Will Everett has always wished for an adventure. Little does he know his adventure starts the moment he boards the Boundless. There is a murder, and now Will protects a key that can unlock the train¹s hidden treasures. Villains are fast on his heels and strange creatures are lurking outside the windows, as the Boundless hurtles across the country. Together with Maren, a gifted escape artist, and Mr. Dorian, a circus ringmaster with amazing abilities, Will must save the Boundless before someone else winds up dead.

Everyone is in a panic--a dragon has been discovered in a cave near the town! The people call for that famous dragon-slaying knight, Saint George, to defeat the monstrous beast. But when one smart little boy actually meets the dragon, he finds a harmless, friendly creature who would much rather write poems than burn villages.

"The Wind in the Willows" is a classic of children's literature by Kenneth Grahame, first published in 1908. Alternately slow moving and fast paced, it focuses on four anthropomorphised animal characters in a pastoral version of England. The novel is notable for its mixture of mysticism, adventure, morality, and camaraderie and celebrated for its evocation of the nature of the Thames valley. The classic story of how Rat, Mole, and the other river bankers saved Toad from his excesses.

The Diary of Oliver Lee tells the tale of the last Liturian, cursed and blessed with the ability to "stream" stories from the minds of others and tell the tales they can't. As a young boy, Kevin is pulled toward a mysterious used bookstore that only he seems able to see. He enters and meets an eccentric sales clerk who gives him the diary of a man named Oliver Lee.

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first...

Other Worlds, the fourth volume in Jon Scieszka’s Guys Read anthology series for tween boys, features ten thrilling new tales of science fiction and fantasy from some of the biggest names in children’s literature. Prepare yourself for ten trips into the unknown, as ten of your favorite...

Slaget i Caïssa har skakken som et fundament i handlingen. 13-årige Frode bliver pludselig deltager i et dødeligt slag mellem onde og gode kræfter. Han ligger svag og dødssyg i sin seng, da en mystisk dragende tåge flyder hans værelse. Med ét befinder han sig i et mærkeligt land og sammen med en broget flok af talende dyr og sære væsener. De er alle forskellige af krop og sind, men alligevel ens, knyttet sammen af en skæbne, som Frode ikke forstår. Men senere får han en fornemmelse af, at de alle sammen er brikker i et spil, og de vælger ikke selv, hvornår spillet er slut.

Slaget i Caïssa har skakken som et fundament i handlingen. 13-årige Frode bliver pludselig deltager i et dødeligt slag mellem onde og gode kræfter. Han ligger svag og dødssyg i sin seng, da en mystisk dragende tåge flyder hans værelse. Med ét befinder han sig i et mærkeligt land og sammen med en broget flok af talende dyr og sære væsener. De er alle forskellige af krop og sind, men alligevel ens, knyttet sammen af en skæbne, som Frode ikke forstår. Men senere får han en fornemmelse af, at de alle sammen er brikker i et spil, og de vælger ikke selv, hvornår spillet er slut.

Slaget i Caïssa har skakken som et fundament i handlingen. 13-årige Frode bliver pludselig deltager i et dødeligt slag mellem onde og gode kræfter. Han ligger svag og dødssyg i sin seng, da en mystisk dragende tåge flyder hans værelse. Med ét befinder han sig i et mærkeligt land og sammen med en broget flok af talende dyr og sære væsener. De er alle forskellige af krop og sind, men alligevel ens, knyttet sammen af en skæbne, som Frode ikke forstår. Men senere får han en fornemmelse af, at de alle sammen er brikker i et spil, og de vælger ikke selv, hvornår spillet er slut.

I "Den motvillige draken" upptäcker en pojke att det flyttat in en drake i en grotta ovanför deras by. Pojken vars största intresse är att läsa, förstår snart att draken inte är en farlig eldsprutande best utan delar hans fascination för litteratur och poesi. Draken har faktisk själv skrivit ett par dikter och de spenderar flera kvällar med att läsa och diskutera. När byborna får höra att det bor en drake i grottan blir de livrädda och beslutar snart att draken måste dö.

This is a story from the Dragon Tales collection.

With the future of the River and the Wild Wood threatened, Mole, Badger, Ratty and even the irrepressible Mr Toad must rally together. William Horwood recreates again the magic of “The Wind in the Willows” in this compelling new tale. With the future of the River and the Wild Wood threatened...

When a dragon is discovered up on the Downs, the Boy is not in the least surprised. He's always known the cave there was a dragon cave, so it seems only right for a dragon to be living in it. The Boy decides to pay a visit to the cave, and he thinks he knows just what to expect. But this particular dragon is not a bit like the ones in fairy tales!

Here is a collection of four delightful dragon stories by two master writers for children: "The Reluctant Dragon" by Kenneth Grahame and "The Island of the Nine Whirlpools", "The Fiery Dragon", and "The Last Dragon" by Edith Nesbit. Presented with lively music and even the occasional amusing sound effect.

Have you ever seen a dragon? Get comfortable and get ready for a collection of delightful dragon tales brought to life for younger listeners.

When a dragon turns up in the English countryside, can the boy who befriends him help him avoid the threatened showdown with Saint George?

Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of a young boy who discovers an erudite, mushroom-loving dragon living in the Downs above his home. The two become friends, but soon afterwards the dragon is discovered by the townsfolk, who send for St George to rid them of it. St George, by this time, is quite elderly and has little interest in slaying dragons, though he resolves to do it as it is his duty. The boy introduces St George to the dragon, and the two decide that it would be better for them not to fight.