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Charlotte's Web

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Charlotte's Web by E. B. White is a charming children's book about the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a clever spider named Charlotte. Set on a farm, the story explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the circle of life. With the help of other barnyard animals, Charlotte devises a plan to save Wilbur from being slaughtered, showcasing the importance of community and ingenuity.
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This delightful story may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming tales of friendship and loyalty between animals and humans. It's a classic read for both children and adults, offering themes of compassion, bravery, and the magic of ordinary life. Ideal for those who appreciate stories with endearing characters and timeless lessons.

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Charlotte's Web

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A stunning Puffin Clothbound Classic - a deluxe edition of a much-loved story.

A beautiful hardback edition of Charlotte's Web by E. B. White. This lovely edition is part of the highly collectible Puffin Clothbound Classics series.

The unforgettable story of a girl called Fern who loves a little pig called Wilbur. It tells how Charlotte A. Cavatica, a beautiful grey spider, saves Wilbur from the usual fate of nice fat pigs, by a wonderfully clever plan — a plan so original that no one else could possibly have thought of it!

Series: Puffin Clothbound Classics

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Charlotte's Web is often hailed as a timeless classic in children's literature, praised for its heartwarming storytelling and memorable characters. Reviewers frequently commend the author's ability to weave themes of friendship, life, and loss into a captivating narrative. The rich and vivid prose is widely appreciated for sparking imagination and emotional connection in both children and adults.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141368832

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 June 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 212g

Pages: 192

About the Author

E. B. White was born in New York in 1899 and died in 1985. He kept animals on his farm in Maine and some of these creatures crept into his books, such as STUART LITTLE which was recently made into a blockbusting film. He received many awards including the Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal in 1970, an award given every five years to authors who have 'made a substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children'.

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