The Old Man and the Sea (by: Ernest Hemingway)

In language of great simplicity and power, Hemingway tells the story of an old Cuban fisherman, down on his luck--he hasn't caught a fish in 84 days--who goes out in his small skiff one more time. This time he hooks a huge marlin. During his relentless ordeal, a long and agonizing battle with the marlin far out in the Gulf Stream, the old man faces long days of hunger and exhaustion, his courage... more>>>

Of Mice and Men (by: John Steinbeck)

TheLiterature Made Easy Series is more than just plot summaries. Each book describes a classic novel and drama by explaining themes, elaborating on characters, and discussing each author's unique literary style, use of language, and point of view. Extensive illustrations and imaginative, enlightening use of graphics help to make..." more>>>

The Very Hungry Caterpillar (by: Eric Carle)

Follows the progress of a hungry little caterpillar as he eats his way through a varied and very large quantity of food until, full at last, he forms a cocoon around himself and goes to... more>>>

The Catcher in the Rye (by: J. D. Salinger)

The hero-narrator of "The Catcher in the Rye" is an ancient child of sixteen, a native New Yorker named Holden Caulfield. Through circumstances that tend to preclude adult, secondhand description, he leaves his prep school in Pennsylvania and goes underground in New York City for three days.The boy himself is... more>>>

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (by: J. K. Rowling)

Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy. more>>>

Romeo and Juliet (by: William Shakespeare)

" I feel that I have spent half my career with one or another Pelican Shakespeare in my back pocket. Convenience, however, is the least important aspect of the new Pelican Shakespeare series. Here is an elegant and clear text for either the study or the rehearsal room, notes where you..." more>>>

Alice in Wonderland (by: Lewis Carroll)

The irony and satire of Lewis Carroll's classic Alice in Wonderland acquires a new life with Ralph Steadman's audacious and dynamic illustrations. This book is a beautiful new edition of Steadman's 1968 work... more>>>

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish (by: Dr. Seuss)

Originally published in 1960, this classic work by Dr. Seuss is a "fabulous book of easy words, exciting pictures, and inviting rhythm". more>>>

Charlotte's Web (by: E. B. White)

An affectionate, sometimes bashful pig named Wilbur befriends a spider named Charlotte, who lives in the rafters above his pen. A prancing, playful bloke, Wilbur is devastated when he learns of the destiny that befalls all those of porcine persuasion. Determined to save her friend, Charlotte spins a web... more>>>

Goodnight Moon (by: Margaret Wise Brown)

A little bunny bids goodnight to all the objects in his room before falling asleep. more>>>

The Tale of Peter Rabbit (by: Beatrix Potter)

Peter Rabbit is the story of a naughty young rabbit who loses his coats and shoes while messing around in Mr. McGregor's garden! more>>>

The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck (by: Beatrix Potter)

Relates how the barnyard collie and pups rescued Jemima Puddle-Duck from the fox's cooking pot. more>>>

The Tale of Two Bad Mice (by: Beatrix Potter)

While the dolls are away, two curious, naughty mice explore the dolls' house and steal their furniture. more>>>