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The Phoenix and the Carpet
- Author
- E. Nesbit
- Narrator
- Johanna Ward
- Publisher
- Craig Black
- Publish Date
- 7 August 2012
- Run Time
- 6 hours 36 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
In this follow-up to Nesbit’s classic Five Children and It, Cyril, Robert, Anthea, Jane, and the Lamb have more magical adventures in store when a mysterious egg hatches in the nursery fireplace. Out comes a flame-colored bird, the Phoenix, who, though a bit conceited, proves very helpful indeed. The bird kindly explains that the second-hand Persian carpet recently acquired for the nursery is actually a flying one. On it, they may travel to any place and time that they wish. But once again, the children find that magic does not always go as planned. They find hidden treasure in France, and with it restore the fortunes of a little boy. Meanwhile, their own house is invaded by a thousand Persian cats, a cow, and a burglar, who eventually marries the cook on an island in the South Seas. Full of wit and wonders, The Phoenix and the Carpet is a magical ride for children of all ages.
Critics Review
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“Although the style and setting are dated, the writing is witty and displays a genuine, timeless sympathy with childish sensibilities. Ward’s reading is…pleasant; her tone and pacing are good…The child who is ready for rich language, a slow pace, and gentle humor will find it a pleasant diversion.”
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Details
- Author
- E. Nesbit
- Narrator
- Johanna Ward
- Duration
- 6 hours 36 minutes
- Release Date
- 7 August 2012
- ISBN
- 9781481574686
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Craig Black
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
Synopsis
In this follow-up to Nesbit’s classic Five Children and It, Cyril, Robert, Anthea, Jane, and the Lamb have more magical adventures in store when a mysterious egg hatches in the nursery fireplace. Out comes a flame-colored bird, the Phoenix, who, though a bit conceited, proves very helpful indeed. The bird kindly explains that the second-hand Persian carpet recently acquired for the nursery is actually a flying one. On it, they may travel to any place and time that they wish. But once again, the children find that magic does not always go as planned. They find hidden treasure in France, and with it restore the fortunes of a little boy. Meanwhile, their own house is invaded by a thousand Persian cats, a cow, and a burglar, who eventually marries the cook on an island in the South Seas. Full of wit and wonders, The Phoenix and the Carpet is a magical ride for children of all ages.
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