Stories for Young People is a new series which continues Sterling's fine tradition of bringing top-quality literature to children in a format they will enjoy. As with the critically-acclaimed Poetry for Young People and Young Reader's Shakespeare series, these new volumes will feature: beautiful artwork throughout, introductions by leading scholars, biographies of the authors, text annotations to enhance understanding. Known for his sparkling wit and zest for life, Oscar Wilde's short stories are full of sharp humour that young readers will find unforgettable: modernday fairy tales about selflessness, beauty and the search for love. Filled with moving, memorable characters and Wilde's rich, colourful language, this enchanting collection * All the stories - which are carefully chosen for reading level and child-appeal - are complete and unchanged from their original version.

 

This book is part of a book series called Stories For Young People .

There are 80 pages in this book. This is a short story book. This book was published 2005 by Sterling Juvenile .

The editor, Merlin Holland, is actually Oscar Wilde's grandson and his notes are full of family reminiscences.