Books like Smoke from Cromwell's time by Joan Aiken
Joan Aiken’s anthology presents a delightful assortment of short stories that blend fantasy and childhood wonder. Paired poems such as *Smoke From Cromwell's Time* with whimsical tales like *The Wolves and the Mermaids* and *The Lobster's Birthday* weave imaginative narratives that capture the curiosity and imagination of young readers.
First publish date: 1970
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Joan Aiken
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