{"product_id":"a-wonder-book-for-girls-and-boys-9781513204635","title":"A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNathaniel Hawthorne presents a multilayered story consisting of six Greek myths that are told from a unique perspective and appeals to all readers, specifically children.\u003c\/b\u003e His writing style transcends age to deliver a family-friendly narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e is a compilation of classic stories inspired by Greek mythology. Hawthorne's interpretation is filtered through the fictional character, Eustace Bright, a college student who's entertaining a group of children. The book features \"The Gorgon's Head,\" a popular epic that follows Perseus and his quest to slay Medusa. There's also \"The Paradise of Children,\" a cautionary tale about Pandora's box, and \"The Golden Touch,\" which recalls the story of King Midas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOriginally published in 1851, \u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e continues to stand the test of time. Its stories are literary staples that have been adapted for multiple mediums. The collection also produced the sequel, \u003ci\u003eTanglewood Tales\u003c\/i\u003e, which was released in 1853.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eA Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHawthorne, Nathaniel:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864)\u003c\/b\u003e was an American writer best known for his novels and short stories. Born in Massachusetts, Hawthorne was a descendant of some of the state's earliest settlers. One of his ancestors, John Hathorne, was a judge during the infamous Salem witch trials. As a young man, Hawthorne attended Bowdoin College, where he met many notable figures including future president Franklin Pierce and poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He then began his literary career as a magazine editor and sketch writer. Hawthorne would also produce novels such as \u003ci\u003eFanshawe\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe House of the Seven Gables\u003c\/i\u003e, and his most famous work, \u003ci\u003eThe Scarlet Letter\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50496346161426,"sku":"9781513204635","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_8a5ca1fa-dd7a-498f-948a-e68efa575161.jpg?v=1737217730","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-wonder-book-for-girls-and-boys-9781513204635","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}