Katharine Pyle
Katharine Pyle was an American illustrator and author, primarily of books for young people, an influential member of the Pyle artistic family, active in Philadelphia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A native of Wilmington, Delaware, and a social activist, she published several accounts of Delaware's colonial history.
The Black-Eyed Puppy
A lost puppy's quest to find true belonging leads him through thrilling adventures and heartwarming friendships as he searches for a place to call home.
By Katharine Pyle
Lazy Matilda, and Other Tales
Deeds have consequences when lazy children, magical characters, and those with a sweet tooth learn valuable lessons through enchanting adventures and whimsical encounters.
By Katharine Pyle
Three Little Kittens
Three mischievous kittens learn valuable lessons about friendship, cleanliness, and the comfort of home after their adventures lead them into the untamed wilderness.
By Katharine Pyle
Fairy tales from far and near
A peasant's eagle-raised daughter faces magical creatures and dangers when seeking fire, testing her bravery and resilience.
By Katharine Pyle
As the Goose Flies
A little girl's desire to finish a forgotten story pulls her into a whimsical world, where she joins a goose on an adventure to recover lost tales.
By Katharine Pyle
Tales of Folk and Fairies
When a monstrous serpent threatens the kingdom, a much-teased young boy must find his courage to defeat it and win more than he ever dreamed.
By Katharine Pyle
Wonder Tales from Many Lands
A prince and his extraordinary companions journey to a world of magic to rescue a princess from a wicked magician.
By Katharine Pyle
Fairy Tales from Many Lands
A clever prince uncovers a magical secret, setting off on a quest through mystical lands to reunite with a princess.
By Katharine Pyle
Careless Jane and Other Tales
A collection of stories where children's actions lead to comical mishaps and important realizations about kindness, responsibility, and growing up.
By Katharine Pyle
Six Little Ducklings
Six little ducklings, full of curiosity, begin their lives in a hollow tree near the river, where they face adventure and danger before learning the precious value of obedience and home.
By Katharine Pyle
Mother's Nursery Tales
Encounter princesses, giants, and fairy godmothers in this collection of stories where goodness wins, magic happens, and bravery is rewarded.
By Katharine Pyle
Once Upon a Time in Delaware
** Explore the adventures of early settlers and native inhabitants as they navigate a new world in the historic lands of Delaware.
By Katharine Pyle
The Counterpane Fairy
A sick boy's boring days turn into exciting quests when a fairy uses his quilt as a portal to magical lands where he must become a hero.
By Katharine Pyle