There's also unpleasant stereotyping involving an Arab man who tricks the children and mutilated spoken Chinese, but that scene is resolved with the children becoming empathetic to the man's situation and seeking a respectful, compassionate outcome for him.

There's a bit of cartoonish violence, particularly a scene where three fighting knights simultaneously behead each other. sort by Note: these are all the books on Goodreads for this author. Now his four most popular stories Half Magic, Knights Castle, Magic by the Lake, and The Time Garden are available in one handsome package. Books by Edward Eager (Author of Half Magic) Books by Edward Eager Edward Eager Average rating 4.00 61,454 ratings 2,720 reviews shelved 102,648 times Showing 18 distinct works. The family is presented with great affection, including the hardworking, lovable mother and her considerate suitor. Ever since Half Magic first hit bookshelves in 1954, Edward Eagers Tales of Magic have been favorites with readers of all ages. York Times bestseller Jeanne Birdsall is perfect for fans of Noel Streatfeild and Edward Eager. The children are largely left in the care of a no-nonsense nanny because their mother works long hours and their father died years ago. We found 91 book recommendations similar to Half Magic. Parents need to know that although Half Magic was first published in 1954, it's a timeless classic that feels fresh and funny for modern readers. A kidnapper and thieves threaten the children.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Violence & Scariness in your kid's entertainment guide. Edward Eager (19111964) worked primarily as a playwright and lyricist. Some unnerving scenarios when a girl half-disappears and is left in a ghostly form, and when several boys are believed missing after they're magically transported. Edward McMaken Eager (J October 23, 1964) was an American lyricist, dramatist, and writer of childrens fiction. A child participates in a jousting tournament. Knights end up beheading each other (the children turn away from the gory scene, and the knights are later restored).

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