finding the coins in the garden). I have to say that I didn't enjoy it as much as I expected, probably because it has no magic at all and the characters of the children seem a bit too stereotypical - the eldest sister who acts as mother to her orphaned siblings, the sensitive poet, the brave and chivalrous boys, and so on. I can now see that it's the kind of book which is intended to be read to children by their parents as there are plenty of amusing comments which only adults would understand (e.g. They are all very sweet children (although they are not without their faults, and squabbling is no stranger in their house) and endeared themselves to me from the very start. The story is meant for children; for me - it was not interesting and, at times, was very boring. And each child has a fool-proof idea for how to restore the family’s fallen fortune– or at least, earn a little pocket-money, since their allowance was one of the first things to go. Lots of humor, very creative ideas. YA fiction narrated by 3 siblings (first person plural), maybe a mystery. You will not catch me saying, 'thus the sad days passed slowly by'--or 'the years rolled on their weary course'--or 'time went on'--because it is silly; of course time goes on--whether you say so or not. When their father's business fails, the six Bastable children decide to restore the family fortunes. One of our favorite read alouds! ( Log Out /  I have read that to, and it was very good. Bryan Washington, the acclaimed author of 2019’s short story collection Lot, has returned with his debut novel, Memorial. I read this story as part of The Dead Writers Society Genre Challenge for January which was to read a book in the Action/Adventure/Travel genre and I chose this book. I think I love everything Edith Nesbit wrote. A wonderful surprise of a book — recommended for my daughter by a friend, yet I ended up devouring it with much joy. It is a lovely book, perfect for read aloud with the family. Welcome back. All of her stories remind me of my childhood and my own adventures (though they were not quite as exciting)and I believe that is the top reason I enjoy them so much. “People think six is a great many, when it's children. I won’t relate any of their adventures in particular; it’s much better to let the anonymous child of the family tell you. The realizations that came to me when reading were subtle, but I still feel them several days later. I can now see that it's the kind of book which is intended to be read to children by their parents as there are plenty of amusing comments which only adults would understand (e.g. It's an excellent book, written in the way of many books from that time - each chapter has its own plot, meaning that you can read one chapter every night befo, I tried reading this once as a child, maybe about the age of seven and eight, and put it down because I found it very bizarre. A bunch of once-well-off children learn the harsh realities of capitalism. Edith Nesbit Booklist Edith Nesbit Message Board. I tried reading this once as a child, maybe about the age of seven and eight, and put it down because I found it very bizarre. And moreover, there is no treasure hunt in the book, though initially the children start as treasure seekers. And in spite of rash ideas and unintended trouble, they prove to be generous, noble, brave, and honest. Treasure Story The Of Summary E Nesbit The Seekers. The "Five Children and It" trilogy is among my favorite childhood books, so before rereading them I decided to try this one. I may be an old granny but I still love to read children's books! The Story of the Treasure Seekers "Real life is often something like books." I was dragging the book and somehow finished it. SOLVED. They also try being detectives, bandits, and newspaper editors. When their mother dies and their father’s business partner runs off with most of their money, the six intrepid Bastable children are determined to restore their family’s fallen fortunes. A great story of a family in reduced circumstances and the most endearing children determined to restore their father's fortune. The The Story of the Treasure Seekers Community Note includes chapter-by-chapter summary and analysis, character list, theme list, historical context, author biography and quizzes written by community members like you. I read with my youngest, by the end of the book my entire family had heard enough bits and pieces of my reading to have an opinion of Oswald who is one of the more colorful Bastable children. Change ). (trying to read two different books at the same time, one with each eye, so his brother couldn't have them) as looking exactly like my own little brother. The Movie Adaptations Page is Finally Up! From the eldest to the youngest– and you have to find out for yourself who the narrator is– the children are Dora, Oswald, Dicky, sweet Alice and her frail twin brother Noël, and H. O. (This is not true of Nesbit’s other works.) I recall that I like it. Great read aloud for children. They rescue a rich man from mortal peril, they foil a break-in, and they use an umbrella as a divining rod. It couldn’t hurt that she was simply a good writer. The story is meant for children; for me - it was not interesting and, at times, was very boring. The text begins: Oswald is a boy of firm and unswerving character, and he had never wavered from his first idea. I love Nesbit's stories, they are such fun. There is a sequel to it aswell which was just as good, “The New Treasure Seekers”. A dear old friend. Theseresourceful children squabble, make up, and have many memorable adventures, from publishing their own newspaper to foiling a pair of real bandits and even becoming kidnappers themselves. I laughed aloud in so many parts and these characters, especially Oswald the great, felt as familiar as my own children. Frankly, my sense is that The Story of the Treasure Seekers may be entirely wasted on children. They also try being detectives, bandits, and newspaper editors. I picked it up by chance a few days ago and realised that it was set in Lewisham, so I read the whole thing again and found it to be great fun. I have to say that I didn't enjoy it as much as I expected, probably because it has no magic at all and the characters of the children seem a bit too stereotypical - the eldest sister who acts as mother to her orphaned siblings, the sensitive poet, the brave and chivalrous boys, and so on. Oh, how I adored this book! An enjoyable quick read with a nice little tale; reminds me of The Famous Five. I especially loved hearing her narrator say that he disapproved of letting women smoke because it would give them ideas (knowing that Nesbit herself was both an outspoken feminist and a heavy smoker). Goodreads Summary: “This is the story of the different ways we looked for treasure…” I'm sure Oswald does not have buck teeth and he is much too polite to say if his siblings do. It's the first of three books about the adventures of the six Bastable children. 3.5 stars. A truly sweet book which I adored mainly because of the unique narrative - I haven't read many children's books from this time period written in first person from the perspective of a child before, and I think that it's a technique which works very well. The story and characters remain fresh, humorous and honest as the Bastable children seek to restore their " family fortunes" with a series of creative ideas. The funny cadence of writing that was sort of spur of the moment/top of the head thoughts and relaying of events, was just perfect. He felt quite certain that the books were right, and that the best way to restore fallen fortunes was to rescue an old gentleman in distress. The story of Treasure Seekers - is a story of six children, who really admire Kipling and Dickens, go through various adventures to earn money. 10/10, I read this many years ago, that I don't even remember what is it about. My Other Blog ~ The Wanderings of a Dreamer. ( Log Out /  But her love for these characters is shown, and our love for them is gratified, in that she wrote two other books featuring the Bastable children: The Wouldbegoods and New Treasure Seekers. Read Chapter 10. Book Review: The Brown Fairy Book by Andrew Lang (Editor), Book Review: The Grand Complication by Allen Kurzweil, Book Review: “I Am Not a Juvenile Delinquent” by Sharon Charde, Book Review: Eragon by Christopher Paolini, Book review: “Meant to Be” by Lauren Morrill. The tough part is finding them in print! This book is more like a group of short stories than it is a novel. I got a bit tired of Oswald the narrator before the end, always so keen to point out his noble and gentlemanly behaviour and to scoff at girls, and the reversal in their fortunes at the end was a bit daft. They try in many different ways to find treasure in order to save their family from complete ruin, but somehow everything they try goes wrong. Worlds in which real children faced real problems and faults. Edith Nesbit’s first children’s novel is also one of her best-known and most popular. Lord Tottenham of The Story of the Treasure Seekers by E. Nesbit. I picked it up by chance a few days ago and realised that it was set in Lewisham, so I read the whole thing again and found it to be great fun.

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