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The Strange Story Book

by Mrs. Lang

Level B2 · Upper-intermediateFantasyAdventureChildren's36 chapters
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CEFR level
B2
Length
36 chapters
Format
The complete book

About this book

About this book

Step into a world where ancient myths and enchanting tales come alive, guided by a storyteller who cherishes beasts, history, and the magic of old legends. Discover stories that bridge the past and present, inviting you to explore timeless adventures and mysteries.

What's inside

Contents

36 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02PREFACE
03THE DROWNED BUCCANEER
04THE PERPLEXITY OF ZADIG
05THE RETURN OF THE DEAD WIFE
06YOUNG AMAZON SNELL
07THE GOOD SIR JAMES
08RIP VAN WINKLE
09THE WONDERFUL BASKET
10THE ESCAPE OF THE GALLEY-SLAVES
11THE BEAVER AND THE PORCUPINE
12AN OLD-WORLD GHOST

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