The Magical Adventures Of Mary

Mary Parish wasn’t your ordinary seventeenth-century woman. She was a “cunning woman,” who spent her time in the realm of magic, interacting with fairies, hunting for buried treasures, and communicating with the spirit world, along with her partner, the young aristocrat Goodwin Wharton. Drawing largely from Goodwin’s personal journals, Frances Timbers reconstructs Mary’s life in this microhistory, and explores themes of class, gender, and relationships in seventeenth-century England. Mary’s story provides insight into magical beliefs and practices of early modern history, and sheds light on how class and gender affected everyday life.

"The Magical Adventures of Mary" invites readers of all ages to embark on a wondrous journey filled with enchantment, discovery, and self-belief. Set in a world where magic and imagination intertwine, this captivating book follows the extraordinary exploits of Mary, a young girl who discovers her unique ability to wield the forces of magic. In this beautifully crafted tale, readers are introduced to Mary, a spirited and curious protagonist who possesses an unwavering belief in the extraordinary. As she navigates through her ordinary life, she stumbles upon a hidden realm teeming with fantastical creatures, ancient prophecies, and awe-inspiring landscapes. It is in this realm that Mary uncovers her true destiny as a guardian of magic, tasked with protecting the delicate balance between light and dark. Guided by wise mentors and accompanied by a band of loyal friends, Mary embarks on a series of magical adventures that will test her courage, resilience, and determination. From traversing treacherous enchanted forests to braving the depths of mystical caverns, Mary's journey takes her to breathtaking locales, each one rich with secrets and wonders waiting to be discovered. Along the way, Mary encounters mythical creatures like talking animals, mischievous sprites, and majestic unicorns, who become her allies and teachers. Through their guidance, she learns to harness her magical abilities, unlocking new powers and uncovering the depths of her own potential. With each challenge she overcomes, Mary grows stronger and more attuned to the interconnectedness of the magical realm and her own inner self. "The Magical Adventures of Mary" is a story that explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the indomitable power of belief. Through Mary's journey, readers are inspired to embrace their own unique gifts, to trust in their intuition, and to have the courage to chase their dreams, no matter how fantastical they may seem. With its vivid imagery, engaging storytelling, and heartfelt messages, this book immerses readers in a world where anything is possible. It celebrates the beauty of imagination, the resilience of the human spirit, and the transformative power of embracing one's true self.

"Zinnia loves living in the garden, but one day she decides to have an adventure! She follows some children into the wild marshes, but how will she find her way home again?"--Page 4 of cover.

Recently, I visited with my great nieces,their parents and grandmother. They were as excited about my visit as I was to experience them and all their tales of wonder. Most of their chit chat was very lively and reminded me to not be an adult in their company. Upon getting ready to leave, they were thrilled to show me (their aunt who they know as an artist) their artwork on canvas boards. Well to say the least their artistic abilities blew me away. Without regard for shape or color co-ordination, there was paint, applied on every inch of the surface and texture created by whatever means possible. It instantly impressed on me how like a child one has to think when creating art and story line for children. I left with a feeling of renewed purpose and that was to write and paint pictures for my first childrens story book..! It did not take me long to have the characters painted on 14 x 14 gallery frameless canvases and a story line playing in my mind, As I continued to create paintings of the House on the hill where Emma lived and her best friend Jake who lived next door, then to the family pet, Sparky the Dalmatian puppy. The Magical Adventure takes Emma and Jake to a Sailing Ferry Boat which crosses a shallow stream with lots to see. Upon their arrival to the park, the brilliant large sun captivates them as they wander throughout the large flowers and brilliant green trees and shrubs. What they encounter along the path of the park, are many vivid and lively creatures all entertaining and educational. Enjoy "The Magical Adventures of Emma and Jake" as illustrated and written by Mary Ann Barker

I'm a normal boy. Or was a normal boy. Circumstances made me 'a saviour'" When 16-year-old Carter and his friends start to share the exact same visions, they get suspicious, because well, a group of teenagers seeing the same dream isn't ordinary. At all. As they try to figure out what the reason behind this is, what follows is a set of ad...

In this YA fantasy novel, a discovery of relics sends a teenage girl on a magical adventure to the time of King Arthur—and deadly witches. In the year 2020, Mary Nobleman is an average thirteen-year-old girl until one night she falls through the floor of her house and discovers a secret room in her family’s basement that is filled with artifacts. In the room, she discovers a journal, the famous Excalibur, and an Egyptian Amulet. She also finds a hidden tunnel leading to a river. Mary travels with her friend Julie and a Celtic fairy in a submarine to Wales, which used to be called Camelot. While Mary is on her journey, she learns that she is a descendant of the legendary King Arthur from a secret second marriage—and discovers some unique powers as well. While fighting evil creatures and escaping imprisonment from a mountaintop coven, Mary must discover what other truths the rare relics hold. There are those who seek revenge on Arthur’s bloodline, and right now, that includes her too… With this story about friendships, family secrets, and adventures, readers are encouraged to think outside the box as they join Mary on her journey of self-discovery.

The adventures that started it all! Newly bound together, the first four books of the fan-favorite chapter-book series are the perfect introduction to the New York Times bestselling Magic Tree House series. Parents, teachers, and librarians hail the series as a tool to promote reading, as even the most reluctant readers want to know where the Magic Tree House will take the brother-and-sister team next. The story begins with Dinosaurs Before Dark, when Jack and Annie discover a mysterious tree house filled with books and a trip back to the time of the dinosaurs follows. In The Knight at Dawn, Jack and Annie are in the Great Hall of a castle; a feast is under way, but they aren't exactly welcome guests. When the tree house whisks them back to ancient Egypt in Mummies in the Morning, Jack and Annie must help a long-dead queen solve a puzzle. And in Pirates Past Noon, Jack and Annie find a secret map that leads to buried treasure and ruthless pirates! Mary Pope Osborne brings together just the right combination of history, magic, and fast-paced adventure to satisfy kids, parents, teachers, and librarians all over the world with her New York Times bestselling series.

Miss Petitfour enjoys having adventures that are "just the right size - fitting into a single, magical day." She is an expert at baking and eating fancy iced cakes, and her favorite mode of travel is par avion. On windy days, she takes her sixteen cats out for an airing: Minky, Misty, Taffy, Purrsia, Pirate, Mustard, Moutarde, Hemdela, Earring, Grigorovitch, Clasby, Captain Captain, Captain Catkin, Captain Cothespin, Your Shyness and Sizzles. With the aid of her favorite tea party tablecloth as a makeshift balloon, Miss Petitfour and her charges fly over her village, having many little adventures along the way. Join Miss Petitfour and her equally eccentric felines on five magical outings -- a search for marmalade, to a spring jumble sale, on a quest for "birthday cheddar", the retrieval of a lost rare stamp and as they compete in the village's annual Festooning Festival. A whimsical, beautifully illustrated collection of tales that celebrates language, storytelling and small pleasures, especially the edible kind!