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Classics Retold

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This title will be released on 11/06/2026. Pre-order now.

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Classics Retold Synopsis

Beautifully simple abridged versions of the Classics for a young new audience.

In this story based on Jules Verne's original text, a professor of geology enlists his nephew and a young guide to accompany him on an incredible journey down through a volcano into a hidden underground world ...

Enter the world of literary classics with these expertly retold chapter books for young readers. Atmospheric and evocative colour artwork accompanies accessible text in a dyslexia friendly-font. Extra features include a short biography of Jules Verne, plus some extra facts and comprehension exercises at the back of the book to help students study the text in more depth. A brilliant edition for all classrooms and perfect for readers age 7+ making the next step to longer texts.


Books to collect in this series: Dracula; Frankenstein; Jane Eyre; Oliver Twist; Journey to the Centre of the Earth; 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.

About This Edition

ISBN: 9781445197746
Publication date: 11th June 2026
Author: Penny Dolan
Illustrator: Lia Visirin
Publisher: Franklin Watts an imprint of Hachette Children's Group
Format: Hardback
Pagination: 96 pages
Series: Classics Retold
Genres: Classic Literature