Clarke Pauline. The Twelve and the Genii

London: Faber and Faber, 1962. — 185 c.
Отсканировано 600dpiThis is a wonderful story about Branwell Bronte's 12 toy soldiers ( they are magical, if you remember).
A nice, old-fashioned fantasy for younger readers. It would probably work best with children who know who the Brontes were, as well as having some general sense of English history and geography.
Beautifully conceived and written, and the author has done a splendid job of bringing the twelve to life in a way that never once panders or condescends to it's targeted child audience. The English countryside - a small village - toy soldiers that come to life - the Bronte's - there is something for everyone. This story is endearing, suspenseful and humorous.