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A Study in Scarlet (Alma Junior Classics)

A Gripping Tale of Murder and Intrigue

**A Study in Scarlet**, the first Sherlock Holmes novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, introduces us to the legendary detective and his loyal companion, Dr. John Watson. The story begins with Watson's return to London after serving in the Second Anglo-Afghan War. Seeking a place to live, he is introduced to Mr. Holmes, a brilliant but eccentric gentleman with an unusual passion for chemistry.

Their initial meeting quickly evolves into a thrilling investigation as Watson becomes embroiled in a baffling case of murder. A bloody crime scene, a mysterious message, and a web of deceit draw Watson and Holmes into a "study in scarlet," a journey that leads them from the bustling streets of London to the early settlements of Salt Lake City in Utah.

A Classic Reimagined for Young Readers

As part of the **Alma Junior Classics** series, this edition of **A Study in Scarlet** is designed to captivate young readers while introducing them to the world of Sherlock Holmes. The book features vibrant illustrations and includes a wealth of supplementary materials to enhance the reading experience:

* **Author Profile:** Gain insights into the life and works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

* **Book Overview:** Explore the themes, characters, and historical context of the story.

* **Character List:** Familiarize yourself with the key players in the investigation.

* **Glossary:** Understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

* **Test-Yourself Quiz:** Put your knowledge of the story to the test.

A World of Literature and Culture

**Alma Junior Classics** seeks to broaden young readers' horizons by presenting a diverse collection of timeless stories. By introducing classic works and fresh translations of international literature, this series fosters a love of reading while exposing young minds to different cultures and perspectives.

**A Study in Scarlet** is a captivating introduction to the world of Sherlock Holmes, a master detective whose sharp intellect and extraordinary deductive abilities continue to fascinate audiences worldwide. This engaging adaptation provides young readers with a thrilling entry point into the world of classic literature, inspiring a lifelong appreciation for the power of storytelling.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Tom Sawyer, Detective: A Timeless Classic of American Literature

This volume presents two beloved works by Mark Twain, capturing the essence of childhood adventure and social commentary in the American South: **The Adventures of Tom Sawyer** and **Tom Sawyer, Detective**.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: A Journey Through Innocence and Mischief

This classic novel follows the escapades of Tom Sawyer, a thirteen-year-old boy living on the banks of the Mississippi River. With a mischievous spirit and a knack for getting into trouble, Tom constantly tests the patience of his Aunt Polly. Alongside his loyal friend Huckleberry Finn, Tom embarks on a series of adventures ranging from harmless pranks to witnessing a shocking murder.

**The Adventures of Tom Sawyer** is more than just a captivating story of childhood. Twain masterfully weaves in deeper themes of race, revenge, and slavery, offering a glimpse into the complexities of the American South during his time. The novel celebrates the joy of youth and freedom while also exploring the darker aspects of society.

Tom Sawyer, Detective: A Pastiche of the Detective Genre

**Tom Sawyer, Detective**, first published in 1896, takes a different approach to the beloved character. Here, Tom utilizes his sharp wit and keen observation to solve a mysterious murder. This novel serves as a playful homage to the burgeoning detective genre of the late 19th century, showcasing Twain's versatility as a writer.

Review: A Timeless Tale of Innocence and Social Commentary

Mark Twain's **Adventures of Tom Sawyer** remains a cornerstone of American literature. It is a captivating story that resonates with readers of all ages, capturing the spirit of childhood adventure and the enduring themes of morality and justice. Its vivid portrayal of life on the Mississippi River and its insightful commentary on social issues make it a timeless classic.

**Tom Sawyer, Detective** provides a delightful twist on the classic character, offering a fun and engaging read for those who enjoy mysteries and literary pastiches. Both novels showcase Twain's exceptional talent for storytelling and his ability to create characters that remain etched in the minds of readers even decades later.

The Memoirs Of Sherlock Holmes: Illustrated By David Mackintosh (Alma Junior Classics)

**Embark on a thrilling journey with the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes and his trusted companion Dr. Watson as they unravel some of their most challenging cases in this captivating collection of stories.**

A Masterful Collection of Sherlock Holmes Mysteries

The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes takes readers on a whirlwind adventure through a series of intricate and suspenseful investigations. From the perplexing disappearance of a racehorse in "The Silver Blaze" to the mysterious "Yellow Face" haunting a secluded country house, each tale presents a unique puzzle for Holmes's brilliant mind to solve.

Facing the Ultimate Challenge: The Final Problem

The collection culminates in the dramatic "The Final Problem," where the infamous Professor Moriarty, Holmes's arch-nemesis, sets a deadly trap. A thrilling chase across Europe ensues, culminating in a breathtaking showdown at the treacherous Reichenbach Falls. Will Holmes outwit his cunning adversary, or will Moriarty claim ultimate victory?

The Stories Included:

* The Silver Blaze

* The Yellow Face

* Adventure of The Stockbroker's Clerk

* The Gloria Scott

* The Musgrave Ritual

* The Reigate Puzzle

* The Crooked Man

* The Resident Patient

* The Greek Interpreter

* The Naval Treaty

* The Final Problem

A World of Adventure for Young Readers

The Alma Junior Classics series offers a delightful introduction to classic literature for young readers. This beautifully illustrated edition of The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes features captivating artwork by David Mackintosh, bringing these timeless tales to life.

Beyond the Story: Enriching Features for Young Readers

This edition includes valuable supplementary material designed to enhance the reading experience:

* **A profile of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the brilliant author of the Sherlock Holmes stories.**

* **A section dedicated to the book, providing context and insights into the world of Sherlock Holmes.**

* **A list of characters, helping readers keep track of the key players in each story.**

* **A glossary of unfamiliar words and phrases, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable reading experience.**

* **A fun test-yourself quiz to test readers' knowledge of the stories and characters.**

A Timeless Classic for All Ages

The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages. This beautifully illustrated edition from Alma Junior Classics makes it an ideal choice for introducing young readers to the world of Sherlock Holmes and his extraordinary adventures.

<p>Leonardo Da Vinci: The Resurrection Of The Gods</p>

<p>This evocative account of the life of the Renaissance's greatest figure traces Leonardo's early development as an artist and court figure to his final years in exile, portraying his loves and sufferings, as well as his intellectual curiosity and tireless loyalty to his ideals. But it is the background to his famous painting La Gioconda and his relationship with the mysterious Florentine woman who modelled for it that are at the heart of the novel – here presented for the first time in an unabridged translation. The result is an engrossing and unforgettable read.</p>

<p>An unjustly forgotten masterpiece of Russian literature that inspired one of Freud's most important essays, Leonardo da Vinci also offers an illuminating snapshot of the society of the period – beset with intrigue and religious and social tension – and a host of memorable historical figures such as Michelangelo, Raphael, Machiavelli, Savonarola and the infamous Borgias.</p>

<p>His Last Bow (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>A mysterious murder near Esher, a gruesome delivery of two human ears packed in coarse salt, the disappearance of secret submarine plans, the sudden descent into madness of two brothers – these are only some of the apparently unsolvable cases contained in this volume, which the great sleuth, assisted by his trusted friend Doctor Watson, is challenged to clear up with the aid of his sagacity and unrivalled analytical skills.</p>

<p>Published a quarter of a century after the first book of Holmes adventures, and including the famous titular story His Last Bow: An Epilogue of Sherlock Holmes, this collection shows the detective's powers of deduction at their most dazzling, proving that Conan Doyle's ability to entertain and surprise remains undiminished.</p>

<p>Alma Junior Classics series of illustrated classics includes some of the greatest books ever written for younger readers and new translations of unjustly neglected international works. Our aim is to give our list an international feel and offer young readers to opportunity to connect with other cultures and literatures – this applies not only to the titles we chose but also to the illustrators we commission – so that we can bring a bit of novelty into the canon of British children’s literature. All children’s classics contain extra material for young readers, including a profile of the author, a section on the book, a list of characters, a glossary and a test-yourself quiz.</p>

<p>Great Expectations</p>

<p>One of Dickens’s finest novels, Great Expectations chronicles the fortunes of its young protagonist Pip as he is unexpectedly endowed by a mysterious benefactor with the life of a gentleman, enabling him to escape to London from the prospect of a humble blacksmith’s career in rural Kent. In the bustling, unforgiving capital he must learn for himself the pitfalls of love and wealth, and how to sort his friends from his enemies.</p>

<p>Through the lives of its unforgettable and iconic characters – such as Magwitch, Miss Havisham and Estella – Great Expectations charts the course of an England undergoing rapid social and economic change, and tells a tale that is among the foremost classics of the English language.</p>

<p>Northanger Abbey (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>While enjoying a six weeks' stay in fashionable Bath, the young and callow Catherine Morland is introduced to the delights of high society. Thanks to a new literary diet of the sensational and the macabre, Catherine travels to Northanger Abbey fully expecting to become embroiled in a Gothic adventure of intrigue and suspense – and, once there, soon begins to form the most gruesome and improbable theories about the exploits of its occupants.</p>

<p>An early work, but published posthumously, Northanger Abbey is a parody of the Gothic genre typified by the novels of Ann Radcliffe, as well as a witty comedy of manners in the style of Jane Austen's later novels and, ultimately, an enchanting love story.</p>

<p>Emma (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>Emma is considered by many readers to be Jane Austen’s crowning achievement, a timeless comedy of manners that lays bare the limits on women’s autonomy in Regency England. The disparity between Emma Woodhouse’s self-confidence and self-knowledge, and her determination to arrange marriages for her friends while avoiding one for herself, leads to a painful series of misunderstandings for everyone who suffers from her well-meaning altruism – and with Mr Knightley being the only person of her acquaintance who has the good sense to challenge her, Emma must eventually recognize her match in every sense.</p>

<p>Long praised for its rich detail and perfect craftsmanship, Emma is one of those classic masterpieces that readers go back to again and again for its inexhaustible fund of humanity.</p>

<p>The Railway Children (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>A much-loved children classic, wonderfully illustrated by Peter Bailey, here presented with a section of extra material for young readers.</p>

<p>Roberta, Phyllis and Peter have their comfortable lives in London thrown into disarray by the unexpected disappearance of their father. They are forced to move to a small cottage in the countryside with their mother, who struggles to make ends meet by writing books. The children find solace in a stretch of railway track and the station nearby, and befriend the railway porter, who teaches them about running the station, and an old gentleman who takes the 9.15 train every day. Through this love of the trains they are led on many exciting adventures, including a quest to discover the secret of their father's disappearance.</p>

<p>One of the most popular children's books ever written, E. Nesbit's tale has enchanted generations of readers since it was first released in 1906. It has been adapted for the screen and the stage many times, and its story of innocence, intrigue and discovery remains perfectly poignant today.</p>

<p>Little Lord Fauntleroy</p>

<p>Growing up in a poor New York neighbourhood, Cedric Errol appears to be a normal American boy. However, as he discovers when he meets his grandfather, the Earl of Dorincourt, he is actually Lord Fauntleroy, and is expected to become an English gentleman. Whisked away from his mother and his friends, Cedric must find a way to convince his grandfather to send him home and show him that there is more to nobility than titles and wealth.

First published in 1886, Little Lord Fauntleroy was Frances Hodgson Burnett's first children's novel, and was hugely popular in its day. It contains many of the themes that would recur in her masterpiece The Secret Garden, and remains a witty and charming tale of a transatlantic clash of cultures.</p>

<p>Mansfield Park (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>Born into a poor family, Fanny Price is raised amid the daunting splendour of Mansfield Park by her rich uncle, Sir Thomas Bertram. Treated as an inferior by most of the family, Fanny forms a close attachment to her cousin Edmund, the only person to show her kindness. With the departure of her uncle to the West Indies and the arrival from London of the fashionable Henry and Mary Crawford, flirtation and romantic intrigue abound.</p>

<p>As Fanny becomes increasingly uncomfortable with the conduct of her companions, she finds herself isolated and forced to face the conflict between her sense of integrity and social expectation.</p>

<p>Tales from Shakespeare (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>In 1807, Charles Lamb and his sister Mary wrote a collection of stories retelling twenty of Shakespeare's plays for children. While making sure that the pieces were accessible for a younger audience, they took care to stay faithful to the language and vocabulary of the Bard as much as possible.</p>

<p>Ranging from the high drama of Romeo and Juliet to the delightful fancy of A Midsummer Night's Dream and the humour of As You Like it, this collection of vivid adaptations – here presented in a lavish new edition – has been a much loved children's classic for more than two hundred years, offering budding readers an accessible route to Shakespeare's works.</p>

<p>A Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Man</p>

<p>The most extensively annotated edition available with almost 1,000 notes by Marc A. Mamigonian and John Turner</p>

<p>This text is based on the Egoist Press second edition of 1918</p>

<p>James Joyce's first novel, A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is a Ku¨nstlerroman which chronicles the emotional and intellectual development of Stephen Dedalus – a character partly based on the author himself – from his early childhood and his school and university days all the way to his first forays as a young artist. Dedalus's thoughts and epiphanies reveal the tensions, insecurities and feelings of guilt that are the product of living in a country and period so deeply divided along religious and political lines.</p>

<p>Pioneering an innovative stream-of-consciousness technique characteristic of early Modernism, and often resorting to mythical, historical and literary allusion which would find fuller expression in Ulysses, Joyce's groundbreaking work shocked the readers of its day and continues to challenge analysis and interpretation.</p>

<p>The Last Tycoon</p>

<p>Monroe Stahr is a film producer at the height of his career, revered by the industry and in control of every aspect of his business empire. In his ruthless rise to the top, the young widower has had little time for sentiment, until he meets the beguiling Kathleen Moore, and the two embark on an intense but ill-fated relationship.</p>

<p>Told in parts from the perspective of Cecelia Brady, the witty and perceptive daughter of Stahr’s business partner, The Last Tycoon is a sophisticated, gripping tale of love and intrigue in the Golden Age of Hollywood, containing what many critics have claimed are Fitzgerald’s most modern and engaging characters.</p>

<p>The Return Of Sherlock Holmes (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>“Holmes!” I cried. “Is it really you? Can it indeed be that you are alive? Is it possible that you succeeded in climbing out of that awful abyss?”</p>

<p>London's criminal underworld has risen once again, and a dangerous individual with an air gun is prowling the streets. The capital is in greater need of its protector Sherlock Holmes than ever.</p>

<p>Three years have passed since Holmes and the evil mastermind Professor Moriarty fell, locked in combat, into the Reichenbach Falls in Switzerland, and when Doctor Watson collides with an odd-looking old book collector in the street, little does he know that the world's greatest detective is about to return…</p>

<p>Alma Junior Classics series of illustrated classics includes some of the greatest books ever written for younger readers and new translations of unjustly neglected international works. Our aim is to give our list an international feel and offer young readers to opportunity to connect with other cultures and literatures – this applies not only to the titles we chose but also to the illustrators we commission – so that we can bring a bit of novelty into the canon of British children’s literature. All children’s classics contain extra material for young readers, including a profile of the author, a section on the book, a list of characters, a glossary and a test-yourself quiz.</p>

<p>Don Quixote (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>When an ageing, impoverished nobleman decides to style himself “Don Quixote” and embarks upon a series of daring endeavours, it is clear that his ability to distinguish between reality and the fantasy world of literary romance has broken down. His exploits turn into comic misadventures, in which everyday objects are transformed into the accoutrements of chivalry, peasant girls become princesses and windmills are mistaken for formidable giants, leading the hero and his squire Sancho Panza into the realms of absurdity and humiliation.</p>

<p>Renowned for its comical set pieces, Don Quixote is a profound meditation on the relationship between truth and fiction and the morality of deception, as well as the foundation stone of the modern novel.</p>

<p>This edition contains an extensive critical apparatus, extra reading material including a section of photographs and notes.</p>

<p>Dubliners (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>James Joyce's first published book, which he wrote when he was still in his twenties, Dubliners is far removed from the bold experimentalism of his later work, but is essential for understanding the author's development as a writer, and endures as a masterly example of the short-story form.Although ranging considerably in tone, mood and milieu, the fifteen short stories included in this collection all centre around the city of Dublin and its inhabitants at the beginning of the twentieth-century. From the unsettling adventure of two truant school-boys to the crafty schemes of two con-men, from a young woman's refusal to abandon Ireland and elope with a sailor to a man's moment of clarity during an annual dance party, these stories offer a moving portrait of an entire world and era which has all but disappeared.</p>

<p>ABOUT THE SERIES: Alma Evergreens is a series of popular classics. All the titles in the series are provided with an extensive critical apparatus, extra reading material including a section of photographs and notes. The texts are based on the most authoritative edition (or collated from the most authoritative editions or manuscripts) and edited using a fresh, intelligent editorial approach. With an emphasis on the production, editorial and typographical values of a book, Alma Classics aspires to revitalize the whole experience of reading the classics.</p>

<p>David Copperfield (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>One of the most famous and celebrated Victorian coming-of-age novels, David Copperfield charts the adventures and vicissitudes of its eponymous hero’s life, from the misery of his childhood after his mother’s marriage to the tyrannical Mr Murdstone, through to his first steps as a writer and his search for love and happiness. Along the way he encounters a vast array of gloriously vivid characters – many of whom number among the most memorable in literature – such as the eccentric aunt Betsey Trotwood, the eloquent debtor Wilkins Micawber and the obsequious villain Uriah Heep.</p>

<p>Replete with comedy and tragedy in equal measure, and cited by Dickens as “his favourite child”, this partially autobiographical work provides tantalizing glimpses into Dickens’s own childhood and remains one of the most enduringly popular novels in the English language.</p>

<p>Alma Classics Evergreens is a series of popular classics. We now have almost 100 titles in this series, which is constantly growing. Most of the titles are provided with an extensive critical apparatus and extra reading material, including a section of photographs and notes. The texts are based on the most authoritative edition (or collated from the most authoritative editions or manuscripts) and edited using a fresh, intelligent editorial approach. With an emphasis on the production, editorial and typographical values of a book, Alma Classics aspires to revitalize the whole experience of reading the classics.</p>

<p>The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn</p>

<p>Widely considered one of the greatest American novels, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn tells the story of Huck Finn and his companion, the slave Jim, as they journey down the Mississippi river after running away from Huck's alcoholic father and Jim's owners.</p>

<p>As they travel, they encounter a floating house, feuding families and cunning grifters, but more importantly Huck gets to know Jim and regard him as a friend and equal, overcoming the racial prejudices of the time, in a landmark narrative which poignantly addresses the issues of growing up and finding freedom.</p>

<p>Good Wives</p>

<p>Three years have passed since the events narrated in Little Women, and the four March sisters are approaching adulthood, with all its accompanying challenges and expectations. Meg is preparing for her wedding, Beth continues to struggle with her health, Jo is more than ever devoting herself to literature and Amy is about to go on a tour of Europe with her aunt. Their experiences, hopes and ambitions are set in counterpoint to each other, until the whole family is brought together by tragedy and misfortune.</p>

<p>Following on the immediate commercial success of Little Women, Good Wives completes the story of the March sisters and their friend Laurie, and is, together with its prequel, Louisa May Alcott's crowning achievement and one of the most popular young-adult tales ever written.</p>

<p>The Great Gatsby (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>Invited to an extravagantly lavish party in a Long Island mansion, Nick Carraway, a young bachelor who has just settled in the neighbouring cottage, is intrigued by the mysterious host, Jay Gatsby, a flamboyant but reserved self-made man with murky business interests and a shadowy past. As the two men strike up an unlikely friendship, details of Gatsby's impossible love for a married woman emerge, until events spiral into tragedy.Regarded as Fitzgerald's masterpiece and one of the greatest novels of American literature, The Great Gatsby is a vivid chronicle of the excesses and decadence of the 'Jazz Age', as well as a timeless cautionary critique of the American dream.</p>

<p>If you enjoyed The Great Gatsby, you might like Tender is the Night, also available in Alma Classics Evergreens series. You could also browse The Complete Fitzgerald's Collection for more books by the same author.</p>

<p>ABOUT THE SERIES: Alma Evergreens is a series of popular classics. All the titles in the series are provided with an extensive critical apparatus, extra reading material including a section of photographs and notes. The texts are based on the most authoritative edition (or collated from the most authoritative editions or manuscripts) and edited using a fresh, intelligent editorial approach. With an emphasis on the production, editorial and typographical values of a book, Alma Classics aspires to revitalize the whole experience of reading the classics.</p>

<p>Night And Day</p>

<p>As Katherine Hilbery is helping her mother write the biography of her grandfather, a famous man of letters buried in Poets’ Corner, she becomes engaged to William Rodney, a budding writer with an exaggerated opinion of his own poetical talent. Meanwhile, the suffragette Mary Datchet is in love with Ralph Denham, a lawyer and journalist from a lowly background, who in turn feels more attracted to Katherine. As the stories and the romantic interests of these four young people evolve and intertwine, a picture emerges of a society still obsessed with class and hung up on the social mores of the Victorian era.By far the most accessible and traditional of all Virginia Woolf’s novels, Night and Day, is a powerful evocation of a fast-changing world and, though conventional in style, addresses many of the author’s recurring preoccupations, such as the role of women in society and the difficulties in reconciling love and marriage.</p>

<p>Gulliver's Travels (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>Shipwrecked on an unknown island, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself surrounded by its six-inch-tall natives, the Lilliputians. But this is only the first in a long line of wonderful discoveries, as his adventures take him to other far-off lands such as Brobdingnag, populated by a race of giants, Luggnagg, home to the eternally ageing Struldbrugs, and the country of the Houyhnhnms, a race of benevolent talking horses.</p>

<p>Parodying the popular travel accounts of its time, Gulliver's Travels is not only a tour de force of imaginative and comic writing, which has thrilled readers of all ages for almost three centuries, but also a masterly, merciless satire on Western society and human nature.</p>

<p>Gone With The Wind</p>

<p>WINNER OF NATIONAL BOOK AWARD AND PULITZER PRIZE</p>

<p>The pampered daughter of a wealthy Georgian plantation owner of Irish descent, sixteen-year-old Scarlett O’Hara soon realizes that young men can’t resist her charms, despite her forthright manners and her refusal to embrace her mother’s ladylike ways. Her romantic intrigues lead her to an early marriage, but when the war between the Union and the Southern States breaks out and she is left a young widow, Scarlett’s life is turned upside down, and she finds herself embroiled, together with the world surrounding her, in a long struggle for survival.</p>

<p>Both a coming-of-age tale and a historical epic, Gone with the Wind is regarded as one of the great American novels, and is perhaps one of the most popular stories in the Western canon. Famously inspiring the iconic 1939 Oscar-winning film starring Vivien Leigh as Scarlett and Clark Gable as the rakish but cynical Rhett Butler, it is Margaret Mitchell’s only published novel, and a living testament to the irrepressible resilience of the American spirit.</p>

<p>Alma Junior Classics series of illustrated classics includes some of the greatest books ever written for younger readers and new translations of unjustly neglected international works. Our aim is to give our list an international feel and offer young readers to opportunity to connect with other cultures and literatures – this applies not only to the titles we chose but also to the illustrators we commission – so that we can bring a bit of novelty into the canon of British children’s literature. All children’s classics contain extra material for young readers, including a profile of the author, a section on the book, a list of characters, a glossary and a test-yourself quiz.</p>

<p>A Tale Of Two Cities</p>

<p>Against the backdrop of growing discontent in Paris, Doctor Manette is released from the Bastille after eighteen years of unjust imprisonment and begins a new life in England with his devoted daughter Lucie. There, the gifted but dissolute lawyer Sydney Carton and the exiled French nobleman Charles Darnay find their lives increasingly intertwined with those of the Manettes. Yet soon both men are drawn ineluctably from the peaceful English capital to the horror and bloodshed of the Paris Terror and the looming threat of the guillotine. Representing a departure from the social satire of most of his other novels and deemed by Dickens himself to be “the best story I have written”, A Tale of Two Cities is a powerful historical novel about the repercussions of epochal events on the personal lives of people on both sides of the Channel.</p>

<p>Anne Of Green Gables (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>Anne is an orphan with a penchant for daydreaming and distinctive flaming-red hair that catches the eye of everyone she meets. She is overjoyed to be sent to Green Gables, the Cuthberts' farm, which she imagines to be the home she has always dreamt of. When her new family, who had been expecting the arrival of a boy, display reservations about the newcomer, Anne must win them over with her charm, beauty and intelligence and find a way to fit in.</p>

<p>Originally published in 1908, L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables has come to be acclaimed as one of the world's greatest children's tales. Its numerous sequels, adaptations and spin-offs are a testament to the beauty of this simple story, which continues to enchant readers to this day.</p>

<p>The Secret Garden (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>A timeless story for children, here presented with illustrations by Peter Bailey. A section of extra material including quizzes will delight all young readers.</p>

<p>After her parents die of cholera in India, Mary Lennox is sent to live with her uncle in his gloomy house in Yorkshire, where she leads a lonely and neglected life, with nothing to do apart from exploring her surroundings. One day she discovers a walled garden which has been locked up, and becomes determined to enter it and find out its secret and the source of the mysterious crying sound that can be heard nearby.</p>

<p>A powerful tale of regeneration and personal transformation, The Secret Garden has become one of the most popular children's classics, and has continued to delight generations of young readers.</p>

<p>Jane Eyre (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>A novel of high romance and great intensity, Jane Eyre has enjoyed popular success and critical acclaim ever since its publication in 1847. Jane's journey from a troubled childhood to independence - and her turbulent love affair with the enigmatic Mr Rochester - electrified Victorian readers with its narrative power.</p>

<p>ABOUT THE SERIES: Alma Evergreens is a series of popular classics. All the titles in the series are provided with an extensive critical apparatus, extra reading material including a section of photographs and notes. The texts are based on the most authoritative edition (or collated from the most authoritative editions or manuscripts) and edited using a fresh, intelligent editorial approach. With an emphasis on the production, editorial and typographical values of a book, Alma Classics aspires to revitalize the whole experience of reading the classics.</p>

<p>The Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices (Alma Classics 101 Pages)</p>

<p>“In the autumn month of September, eighteen hundred and fifty-seven… two idle apprentices, exhausted by the long, hot summer, and the long, hot work it had brought with it, ran away from their employer.”</p>

<p>Under the pseudonyms of Francis Goodchild and Thomas Idle, Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins set off on a walking tour of the north-west of England, reporting back on their adventures for Dickens's magazine Household Words.</p>

<p>A unique insight into the friendship of two of the towering figures of Victorian literature, and featuring a pair of chilling ghost stories from the leading exponents of the genre, The Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices is a charming evocation of the adventures they experienced on their trip and the gently mocking nature of their relationship.</p>

<p>Little Women: Illustrated by Ella Bailey (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>The four March sisters Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy live in financial hardship in New England with their mother, while their father has been drafted to fight in the Civil War. The girls embark on a series of adventures and endure a number of unexpected misfortunes experiences that allow their personalities to emerge: Meg sensible and outgoing, Jo literary and boyish, Beth musical and shy, and Amy artistic and selfish but the bonds holding together the March family remain unbroken. Initially written as a novel for girls, Little Women is now regarded as an all-time American classic for all readers, inspiring generations of women writers and giving rise to many adaptations.</p>

<p>ABOUT THE SERIES: Alma Junior Classics series of illustrated classics includes some of the greatest books ever written for younger readers and new translations of unjustly neglected international works. Our aim is to give our list an international feel and offer young readers to opportunity to connect with other cultures and literatures this applies not only to the titles we chose but also to the illustrators we commission so that we can bring a bit of novelty into the canon of British children's literature. All children's classics contain extra material for young readers, including a profile of the author, a section on the book, a list of characters, a glossary and a test-yourself quiz.</p>

<p>The Casebook Of Sherlock Holmes (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>Once again the eminent detective is presented with a series of seemingly impenetrable cases: an anonymous but illustrious client employs him to rescue the daughter of a famous personage from the clutches of a roguish aristocrat and suspected murderer; a retired art-supply dealer asks him to investigate the suspicious disappearance of his wife with a neighbour and a stash of money; a veteran of the Boer War appeals to him to track down a missing friend; a man has become convinced that his wife has been sucking their baby son's blood. Will the most famous of sleuths be persuaded to offer his services and set off in pursuit of the criminals?</p>

<p>The final collection of Holmes adventures, containing twelve brilliant, unpredictable stories, The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes is a fitting conclusion to its protagonist's long career and a powerful send-off for Conan Doyle's greatest creation.</p>

<p>Alma Junior Classics series of illustrated classics includes some of the greatest books ever written for younger readers and new translations of unjustly neglected international works. Our aim is to give our list an international feel and offer young readers to opportunity to connect with other cultures and literatures – this applies not only to the titles we chose but also to the illustrators we commission – so that we can bring a bit of novelty into the canon of British children’s literature. All children’s classics contain extra material for young readers, including a profile of the author, a section on the book, a list of characters, a glossary and a test-yourself quiz.</p>

<p>Heidi: Her Early Lessons And Travels (Alma Junior Classics)</p>

<p>Orphaned at an early age, Heidi has been brought up by her mother's sister Dete in Switzerland. Having been offered a job in Frankfurt, however, her aunt is forced to entrust her young charge into the care of her grandfather, the reclusive Alp-Uncle who lives in the mountains without any interaction with the villagers beneath. The curmudgeonly old man is initially reluctant to accept the new arrangement, but his grand-daughter's warmth, cleverness and exuberance soon win him over, while Heidi learns to love her new surroundings and makes a new friend, Peter the goatherd. But as Heidi gets settled in her new life, little does she suspect that a major upheaval is just around the corner.</p>

<p>A timeless classic of Swiss literature that has inspired many adaptations and has captured the imaginations of children the world over, Heidi's Early Lessons and Travels is here presented in a brand-new, unabridged translation by James Bowman, with charming illustrations by Susan Hellard.</p>

<p>Sherlock Holmes And The Hound Of The Baskervilles</p>

<p>New edition of one of the most popular stories in the Sherlock Holmes cycle, presented here with stunning pictures by acclaimed illustrator David Mackintosh. Includes a section on the author's life and works and extra resources for the young reader.</p>

<p>Wuthering Heights (Alma Classics Evergreens)</p>

<p>The tale of Heathcliff and Cathy's ungovernable love and suffering, and the havoc that their passion wreaks on the families of the Earnshaws and the Lintons, shocked the book's first readers, with even Emily's sister Charlotte wondering 'whether it is right or advisable to create beings like Heathcliff'. Replete with unforgettable characters and situations that have seared themselves into our literary consciousness, Emily Brontë's intense masterpiece is one of the most haunting love stories in the canon of English literature.</p>