"The Children of Green Knowe" by L.M. Boston tells the story of a young boy named Toby who goes to stay with his great-grandmother in an ancient, mysterious house called Green Knowe. There, he discovers the enchanting world of the past, filled with the spirits of children who once lived there. As he explores the lush grounds and the secrets of the house, Toby forms friendships with these ghostly children, learning about their lives and adventures. The story beautifully blends themes of friendship, imagination, and the connection between past and present, all set against a backdrop of rich, atmospheric details. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: Green Knowe, Green Knowe Chronicles, Puffin, Puffin Modern Classics .
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 192 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Clarion Books .
LUCY MARIA BOSTON (1892-1990) purchased a ramshackle manor house near Cambridge, England, in 1935, which over a period of two years she lovingly restored. It is this house that inspired her, at the age of sixty-two, to take pen in hand and create the beloved Green Knowe series.
This book contains the following story:
The Children of Green Knowe
The story follows a young boy named Tolly, who goes to stay with his great-grandmother, Mrs. Oldknow, at Green Knowe, an ancient manor house. Tolly's great-grandmother is an old lady with a deep connection to the house, and she is accompanied by a host of mysterious characters—spirits of children from different time periods who once lived at Green Knowe. As Tolly settles into Green Knowe, he discovers that the house is not as empty as it seems. He encounters the spirits of three children: Toby, Alexander, and Linnet. These ghostly children lived at Green Knowe during different historical periods, and they share their past experiences with Tolly.
This book is in the following series:
Green Knowe
Puffin Modern Classics
The "Puffin Modern Classics" series is a celebrated collection of timeless children's literature published by Puffin Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House. This series aims to introduce young readers to classic stories that have stood the test of time, reimagining them for a new generation. The series features a wide variety of titles, including classics from various genres, such as adventure, fantasy, realism, and historical fiction and encompasses works by renowned authors. While retaining the essence of the original works, the Puffin Modern Classics often feature updated illustrations, introductions, and sometimes new afterwords to provide context for contemporary readers. This approach helps bridge the gap between past and present, making the stories more accessible to today's readers. The series is primarily aimed at children aged 8 and older.
Green Knowe Chronicles
Puffin
