Dream Days (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432602505)

Dream Days is a collection of short stories written by Kenneth Grahame, the author of the classic children's book, The Wind in the Willows. The book was first published in 1898 and features ten stories that revolve around the lives of two young brothers, known only as ""The Dreamer"" and ""The Doer."" The stories are set in the English countryside and explore themes of childhood, imagination, and the power of storytelling. The Dreamer is a shy and introverted child who spends most of his time lost in his own thoughts, while The Doer is more outgoing and adventurous. The two brothers have a close relationship and often play together, but they have very different personalities and approaches to life.Each of the stories in Dream Days is a self-contained tale that explores a different aspect of childhood. Some of the stories are lighthearted and humorous, while others are more serious and introspective. Some of the stories also feature fantastical elements, such as a magical garden and a talking cat.Overall, Dream Days is a charming and nostalgic collection of stories that captures the joys and challenges of growing up. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by generations of readers, and it continues to be a favorite among children and adults alike.1902. These eight delightful chapters or stories, reminiscent of the childhood of each of us, are brimming with adventure and pleasure. Here are the joys of youth which grown-up Olympians can no longer experience and only remember, if at all, with nostalgia. A wonderful read for both young and old alike. Contents: The Twenty-first of October; Dies Irae; Mutabile Semper; The Magic Ring; Its Walls Were as of Jasper; A Saga of the Seas; The Reluctant Dragon; and A Departure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Kenneth Grahame
ISBN-10: 1432602500
ISBN-13: 9781432602505
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/16/2004
Pages: 168
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d