Book Series · 8 Books

Penguin Classics Books

In order from Njal's Saga to Howards End.

The Penguin Classics series is a set of 8 chapter books by Anonymous, published between 1270 and 1910. Written for ages 9–12, most books run about 310 pages.

Njal's Saga
Don Quixote
Robinson Crusoe
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave
Howards End
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Njal's Saga
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$1805
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1270

Njal's Saga

By Anonymous, Robert Cook (Translator)

A fifty-year blood feud tests loyalties and ignites passions beyond control.

384 pages
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Summary: In a land torn by a fifty-year blood feud, warrior Gunnar of Hlidarendi struggles with his aversion to killing. As dreams and prophecies unfold, fragile peace agreements shatter, and divided loyalties lead to violent power struggles. Can Gunnar navigate the chaos, or will he be swept away by the tide of violence? Njal's Saga delves into timeless human conflicts, exploring the consequences of unchecked passions and the law's limitations. Amidst the turmoil, the saga's complex characters reveal the enduring nature of human struggles, echoing across time and place.
The complete set

Penguin Classics Series

8 books · Published 1270–1910

Series
Sale price
$1805

Njal's Saga

Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1270

A fifty-year blood feud tests loyalties and ignites passions beyond control.

Don Quixote

Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1605

A delusional knight and his clever squire embark on absurd adventures.

Robinson Crusoe

Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1719

A shipwreck survivor battles isolation and danger on a deserted island.

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave

Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1845

A man escapes slavery, seeking freedom or death.

Sale price
$1330

Howards End

Chapter Book · 1910

Inheritance of a home sparks a clash of ideals and class in Edwardian England.

The Song of Roland

Chapter Book

A heroic stand in a Pyrenean pass becomes a battle of faith and valor.

Selected Poems

Chapter Book

Discover timeless poems exploring love, tolerance, and divine connection.

Sale price
$950

Little Women

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12
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Common Questions

How many books are in the Penguin Classics series?

There are 8 books in the Penguin Classics series. It began with Njal's Saga in 1270, and the newest book, Howards End, was published in 1910.

What ages are the Penguin Classics books best for?

The series is best for ages 9–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Penguin Classics to life.

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Anonymous

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02

Daniel Defoe

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03

Frederick Douglass

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04

E. M. Forster

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05

Rumi

Author
06

Louisa May Alcott

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