Wet Magic (eBook)

Edith Nesbit (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
128 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739634-5 (EAN)

Infos

In Edith Nesbit's enchanting novella, "Wet Magic," readers are transported to a world where the boundaries of reality dissolve into the fluidity of dreams and adventures. Written in 1913, this charming tale intertwines elements of fantasy and children's literature, showcasing Nesbit's characteristic blend of whimsy and social commentary. The story follows a group of children who, upon discovering a mysterious underwater world, are thrust into a series of magical escapades that challenge their perceptions of the ordinary and the extraordinary. With lush prose and vivid imagery, Nesbit engages both young and adult audiences, evoking the joy of imagination and the complexities of friendship. Edith Nesbit, a pioneering figure in children's literature, was known for her innovative storytelling and relatable characters. Her own childhood experiences, marked by a fascination with nature and the mythical, undoubtedly influenced her writing. Nesbit was heavily involved in the early socialist movement, which often informed her narratives with themes of justice, equality, and adventure, making her work resonate with both the societal issues of her time and the fantasies of youth. "Wet Magic" is a timeless adventure that not only entertains but also invites readers to explore the unfathomable depths of their imaginations. This novella is highly recommended for those young at heart and those seeking to revisit the joys of childhood fantasies, beautifully illustrating Nesbit's legacy as one of the genre's most loved authors.

Autor

Edith Nesbit (1858-1924) was an English author and poet best known for her contributions to children's literature. Nesbit's enduring literary legacy is marked by a combination of realism and fantasy, which helped revolutionize the genre at the turn of the 20th century. A prolific writer, she penned over 60 books for children, with 'Wet Magic' being one of her noteworthy novels. In 'Wet Magic', Nesbit weaves a tale of enchantment and adventure as it follows the journey of four siblings who discover a magical underwater world. Nesbit's work is characterized by lively characters, imaginative plots, and the subtle blending of magical elements into everyday life, qualities that would influence future writers in the fantasy genre. She was also a founding member of the Fabian Society, and her political beliefs often permeated her writing, advocating ideas of social justice and equality. Though she wrote numerous stories, her most famous works include 'The Railway Children' and the 'Five Children and It' series, which continue to captivate readers more than a century after their publication. Her contributions to literature have solidified her status as one of the foremost figures in the domain of children's fantasy literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen ► Abenteuer / Spielgeschichten
• Schlagworte: 1685-1759 • 1770-1827 • 19th century children's authors • Beethoven • Biography • british author • childhood imagination • childhood wonder • children's fantasy • children's magical adventures • classic juvenile fiction • Composers • countryside setting • Early 20th-century • Edith Nesbit fantasy novels • enchanted pond • enchanting fantasy • English fantasy literature classics • environmental themes • Ethical Exploration • Fantastic Beasts • Fantasy escape • George Frideric • Germany • Handel • Harry Potter • Jules Verne • Literature on music • little mermaid • Ludwig van • magical adventures • magic and folklore in literature • magic realism • Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard • mermaid fantasy stories • Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • Mystical elements • Nesbit fairy tales • ocean adventure • public domain fantasy books • sibling protagonists • The Chronicles of Narnia • The Gender Game • The Kingfountain • timeless classic • Tolkien • underwater adventure tales • Unique narrative style • Wet Magic Edith Nesbit • Whimsical storytelling