Nesbit, E

When four brothers and sisters discover a Psammead, or sand-fairy, in the gravel pit near the country house where they are staying, they have no way of knowing all the adventures its wish-granting will bring them.

"A collection of seven of E. Nesbit's prose retellings of Shakespeare plays for children, illustrated"--Provided by publisher.

Presents eight tales about dragons, both dangerous and friendly, in a variety of times, places, and situations, including magical kingdoms and the exploits of daring heroes.