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Arthur Michell Ransome
1 Books
Arthur Michell Ransome was an English author and journalist, widely celebrated for his classic children's books, particularly the "Swallows and Amazons" series. A keen yachtsman, his writing often incorporated his love for sailing and the outdoors. Beyond his adventure stories, Ransome also demonstrated a talent for retelling traditional tales, including a collection of Russian folktales titled "The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship."
The Czar has made a dazzling promise: whoever brings him a flying ship may marry his daughter. The youngest son, often dismissed as a fool, sets out anyway and meets a group of extraordinary travelers, each with a gift that seems impossible. This Russian folktale moves with the feeling of a quest, full of magical helpers, royal challenges, and comic surprises. Arthur Ransome’s retelling and Uri Shulevitz’s illustrations make the story feel both old and wonderfully alive, inviting young readers to cheer for the underestimated hero and wonder which strange talent will matter next.
6-8 Years
52 Pages
