![]() proves that his pen works magic with just about any number." - The New York Times Book Review -Ībout the Author Edward Eager (1911-1964) worked primarily as a playwright and lyricist. ![]() "Luckily for Edward Eager's fans, the children in his latest book are just as lively and literary as those in Half Magic. For fans of such favorite series as The Penderwicks and The Vanderbeekers.Įnjoy all seven of the middle grade novels in Edward Eager's beloved Tales of Magic series! This funny and gentle classic series is an enjoyable read-aloud and also a strong choice for independent reading. Will their adventure end happily ever after? Susan journeys to the world of Half Magic, and finds that mixing magic creates trouble-far too much to deal with before the book is due back at the library. waiting for the children to wish the book full of adventures.įredericka asks for wizards and beasties, and a dragon carries her off. When Susan opens a strange library book, she discovers it is about her and her friends, leading up to the moment when she opened the book. ![]() The seventh and concluding volume in the series called "truly magic in a reader's hands" by Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner for Dead End in Norvelt.Īll books are magic, but some are more magical than others. About the Book Quentin Blake's charming art gets an updated look in this new edition of Edward Eager's beloved classic, featuring the original interior illustrations by N. ![]()
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