Books like Treasure of Green Knowe (Green Knowe Chronicles by Lucy M. Boston
In "Treasure of Green Knowe," a youthful protagonist listens to his great‑grandmother as she recalls the ancient home of Green Knowe. As tales echo through time, the boy sees past and present merge, uncovering the strange adventures of former inhabitants. The narrative follows his gradual immersion into the house’s history, the mysteries it holds, and the treasure that binds the family’s legacy together.
First publish date: 1958
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Lucy M. Boston
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