Kenneth Grahame

La primavera ha llegado y el Topo sale presuroso de su madriguera para descubrir el mundo que le espera. Con sus nuevos amigos, la Rata, el Tejón, el Sapo y la Nutria, compartirá momentos maravillosos en la placida vida de la campiña inglesa. Publicada en 1908, esta obra de Kenneth Grahame, llena de vitalidad y optimismo, se ha convertido en un clasico de la literatura infantil.

Satorrak Apoari besotik heldu, kanpora eraman, zumezko eserleku batean eroso-eroso eserarazi, eta esan zion kontatzeko bere abenturak hasieratik bukaerara; eta Apoak, noski, gogo onez onartu zuen. Satorra entzule ona zen, eta Apoa, ez baitzegoen hark esandakoa zalantzan jarriko zuen edo asmo gaiztoz kritikatuko zuen inor inguruan, lasai asko aritu zen.

Mole and Rat have a pleasant life by the river, where they talk, boat and wile away the days. The wise and private Mr Badger lives sedately in the Wild Woods, content in his solitude. Then there's Mr Toad - wealthy, impulsive and utterly obsessed with motor cars, he's always getting into scrapes and can't survive without the help of his friends. One of the most celebrated works of classic literature for children, The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame remains a timeless tale of camaraderie, loyalty and bravery more than a hundred years after its first publication. With sixteen gorgeous colour illustrations by the celebrated Arthur Rackham, and an afterword by author David Stuart Davies.

In "The Wind in the Willows," Kenneth Grahame weaves a charming tapestry of pastoral life, immersing readers in the adventures of anthropomorphic animals along the idyllic riverbank. With a keen eye for detail and a lyrical prose style, Grahames narrative unfolds with a blend of whimsy and depth, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the yearning for a simpler existence. Set against the backdrop of the English countryside during the early 20th century, the book evokes nostalgia for a bygone era, while its vivid characterizations of Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger offer a profound exploration of human nature through their delightful escapades and personal growth. Kenneth Grahame was born in 1859 in Scotland and spent much of his youth in the rural landscapes that inspired his most celebrated work. His experiences as a father and his love for storytelling played pivotal roles in shaping "The Wind in the Willows," which first appeared as a series of bedtime stories for his son. Grahames intimate connection with nature and deep understanding of childhood imagination resonate throughout the narrative, imbuing it with a timeless quality. This enchanting classic is recommended for readers of all ages, offering a rich blend of fantasy and wisdom that captivates both children and adults alike. Whether seeking to relive childhood joys or to experience the innocence of youth anew, readers will find comfort and inspiration in this beloved tale.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

"The Wind in the Willows" is a novel written by Scottish author Kenneth Grahame first published in 1908. Originally based on bedtime stories Grahame told his son, this novel soon grew into a beloved childrens classic. The childrens story uses the adventures of four anthropomorphic animals Mole, Rat, Badger, Toad, and their friends, to teach young readers larger lessons about morality.When the novel begins, Mole is at home doing spring cleaning, and he is quite bored with it. He casts down his cleaning instruments and runs to the surface to plow through rabbits along the roads and through grasses in the meadows to the river. It is at the river that Mole meets Rat, and the two form an immediate friendship. This friendship brings Rats friends Badger, Otter, and Toad into the story.The novel continues to follow the animals on their adventures and misadventures. Toad, a well-to-do heir, goes through innumerable fads such as his interest in motor-cars. However, when he steals a car, it is his undoing, He is arrested and sentenced to jail. He escapes from jail disguised as a washer-woman. Meanwhile, the other animals must deal with the bad reputations they have for being Toads friend.Toads home is taken over by menacing animals from the Wild Woods, and the four friends rally together to save the house. With the Wild Wooders driven away, Toad turns over a new leaf and becomes a respectable aristocrat. He is loved and admired by many. He deepens his friendship with Mole, Rat, and Badger; and, the four often take long walks and live well thereafter.

e-artnow presents the Christmas Specials Series. We have selected the greatest Christmas novels, short stories and fairy tales for all those who want to keep the spirit of Christmas alive with a heartwarming tale.With the arrival of spring and fine weather outside, the good-natured Mole loses patience with spring cleaning. He flees his underground home, emerging to take in the air and ends up at the river, which he has never seen before. Here he meets Rat (a water vole), who at this time of year spends all his days in, on and close by the river. Rat takes Mole for a ride in his rowing boat. They get along well and spend many more days boating, with Rat teaching Mole the ways of the river. The novel is notable for its mixture of mysticism, adventure, morality, and camaraderie.

The further adventures of five brothers and sisters growing up in the English countryside in the late nineteenth century. Sequel to "The Golden Age."

Here today, up and off to somewhere else tomorrow!Toad has always been a silly sort of fellow. But when his latest obsession with motor cars - the faster the better - threatens to lead him to disaster, it is up to Toads good friends Mole, Ratty and Badger to get him under control. Can they save Toad from prison, and his home Toad Hall from the wicked Weasels and Stoats? Adventure abounds in this classic story of friendship.

Alguien está a punto de cruzar la frontera entre la vida del joven y la del adulto. Una emotiva mirada, cargada de humor y poesía, le permitirá recordar aquellos años irrepetibles vividos con sus hermanos en una granja; y preguntarse cuanto de todo aquello ha forjado imborrablemente su identidad. El escritor escoces Kenneth Grahame (1859 - 1932) es mundialmente conocido por su novela El viento en los sauces (1908). Su indiscutible puesto como pionero y maestro de la literatura juvenil comienza con La edad de oro (1895), de inmediata aceptacion por el gran publico, y decisiva influencia en J. M. Barrie (Peter Pan), C. S. Lewis (Las cronicas de Narnia), y muchos otros autores que reconocieron la importancia del mundo de la infancia y de la fantasia.

The Mole had been working very hard all the morning, spring-cleaning his little home. First with brooms, then with dusters; then on ladders and steps and chairs, with a brush and a pail of whitewash; till he had dust in his throat and eyes, and splashes of whitewash all over his black fur, and an aching back and weary arms. Spring was moving in the air above and in the earth below and around him, penetrating even his dark and lowly little house with its spirit of divine discontent and longing. It was small wonder, then, that he suddenly flung down his brush on the floor, said Bother! and O blow! and also Hang spring-cleaning! and bolted out of the house without even waiting to put on his coat. Something up above was calling him imperiously, and he made for the steep little tunnel which answered in his case to the gavelled carriage-drive owned by animals whose residences are nearer to the sun and air.

The Wind in the Willows is a childrens novel by Kenneth Grahame, first published in 1908. Alternately slow moving and fast paced, it focuses on four anthropomorphised animals 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. In 1908, Grahame retired from his position as secretary of the Bank of England. He moved back to Cookham, Berkshire, where he had been brought up and spent his time by the River Thames doing much as the animal characters in his book donamely, as one of the phrases from the book says, "simply messing about in boats"and wrote down the bed-time stories he had been telling his son Alistair. In 1909, Theodore Roosevelt, then President of the United States, wrote to Grahame to tell him that he had "read it and reread it, and have come to accept the characters as old friends". The novel was in its thirty-first printing when playwright A. A. Milne adapted a part of it for the stage as Toad of Toad Hall in 1929. In 2003, The Wind in the Willows was listed at number 16 on the BBCs survey The Big Read (font: Wikipedia)

The further adventures of five brothers and sisters growing up in the English countryside in the late nineteenth century. Sequel to "The Golden Age."

The Reluctant Dragon is an 1898 childrens story by Kenneth Grahame (originally published as a chapter in his book Dream Days), which served as the key element to the 1941 feature film with the same name from Walt Disney Productions. The story has also been set to music as a childrens operetta by John Rutter, with words by David Grant. 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). It is Grahames most famous short story. It is arguably much more well-known than Dream Days itself or the related 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.In Grahames story, a young boy 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.

Classic / British English (Available February 2008) This is the story of four friends Toad, Rat, Mole and Badger. Rat loves the river. Mole is often afraid. Badger likes to stay at home. But Toad is always looking for new adventures and some of his ideas are dangerous

A curious Mole, a friendly Rat, a rascal and capricious Toad, a grumpy and wise Badger. The adventures of four animals divided between the need to live safely in their dens and the irrepressible desire for adventure, to know the Great World. A classic tale full of symbolic meanings.

In "Pagan Papers," Kenneth Grahame presents a collection of essays that weave a rich tapestry of nostalgia, nature, and the simplicity of pastoral life. Employing a lyrical style characteristic of his fairy tales, these writings delve into the interplay between the modern world and its lost pastoral dreams. Grahames pen captures the enchanting spirit of the English countryside, exploring themes of childhood, the allure of nature, and the spiritual essence of ancient traditions, all while employing a meticulous, almost poetry-like prose that invites readers into a reflective intimacy. Kenneth Grahame, best known for his timeless classic "The Wind in the Willows," infused his works with the colors of his own upbringing. Having spent his formative years along the River Thames, his affinity for nature profoundly influenced his literary voice. Grahames tenure at the Bank of England and his experiences of the changing Victorian landscape are often mirrored in his writings, showcasing a tension between industrial progress and a longing for a more harmonious existence. "Pagan Papers" is a poignant invitation for readers to reconnect with the simplicities of life, offering a contemplative journey that resonates deeply in our fast-paced world. Ideal for lovers of nature writing, pastoral literature, and those yearning for a more reflective narrative, Grahames meditative essays will inspire a new appreciation for the elegance of the everyday.