Edward Eager (1911-1964) worked primarily as a playwright and lyricist. It wasn’t until 1951, while searching for books to read to his young son, Fritz, that he began writing children’s stories. His classic Tales of Magic series started with the best-selling Half Magic, published in 1954. In each of his books he carefully acknowledges his indebtedness to E. Nesbit, whom he considered the best children’s writer of all time–“so that any child who likes my books and doesn’t know hers may be led back to the master of us all.”
A library book reveals a magical adventure, but can the children handle the chaos before it's due back?
Four siblings discover a mysterious charm that grants wishes, but with unexpected and often chaotic consequences.
A toy soldier leads Roger and Ann into a magical realm where bravery and heart can save lives.
A dried-up wishing well sparks unexpected adventures. Is it magic or something else?
A wishing well leads to unexpected adventures and mysteries. Is it magic or something else?
A library book reveals a magical adventure, but can the children handle the chaos before it's due back?
Magic thrives at Mrs. Whiton's house, where time bends and adventures await with a mysterious guide.
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A library book reveals a magical adventure, but can the children handle the chaos before it's due back?
A dried-up wishing well sparks unexpected adventures. Is it magic or something else?
A wishing well leads to unexpected adventures and mysteries. Is it magic or something else?
Magic thrives at Mrs. Whiton's house, where time bends and adventures await with a mysterious guide.
A wish for magic leads to a lakeful of enchantment and unexpected adventures.
A toy soldier leads Roger and Ann into a magical realm where bravery and heart can save lives.
Four siblings discover a mysterious charm that grants wishes, but with unexpected and often chaotic consequences.
Creative company
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Edward Eager's books.
