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Step into a whimsical world crafted by Jean Ingelow, a celebrated poet of the 19th century who was once considered a contender for the first female Poet Laureate. In Mopsa the Fairy, published in 1869, we follow the enchanting tale of a young boy who stumbles upon a nest of fairies. Join him on his magical adventures filled with wonder and delight, as he uncovers the secrets of these mystical beings. (Summary by Noel Badrian)

For centuries England has always had a leading and admired reputation for its poets and poetry. In this volume we explore those born in the East Midlands who created such revered, enduring and respected verse.

SEA STORIES tells the entire tale. You will find excerpts of some of the most famous nautical stories of all time. Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor!

Jean Ingelow (17 March 1820 - 20 July 1897) was an English poet and novelist, who gained sudden fame in 1863. A SHIP ON FIRE AT SEA: As she spoke two strange objects came into my view. One was a great pale moon, sickly and white, hanging and seeming to brood over the horizon; the other, which looked about the same size, was red and seemed to lie close at her side. It was not round, but looked blotted and blurred in the mist. Could it be a meteor?