The Story of the Treasure Seekers by Edith Nesbit
Published in 1899, The Story of the Treasure Seekers by E Nesbit was her first children's novel. It has had an immense influence on children's literature and was reputedly JK Rowling's favorite children's book. Others like CS Lewis (Chronicles of Narnia) and many other British and American writers were inspired by The Story of the Treasure Seekers. Told from a child's point of view, the style is witty, amusing and interesting, making it the ideal read-aloud book for both parents and children.
Table of Content
Chapter 1. The Council of Ways and Means
Chapter 2. Digging for Treasure
Chapter 5. The Poet and the Editor
Chapter 12. The Nobleness of Oswald
Chapter 13. The Robber and the Burglar