The Enchanted Castle by Edith Nesbit

… Edith Nesbit is one of the masters of children’s literature, and is therefore virtually unknown. Published nearly one hundred years ago, E. Nesbit was a Bohemian liberal and philanthropist with a wicked sense of humour and a respect for children that shines in her thoughtful, realistic portrayal of them in her novels. Though some of the language is a bit dated (yet for me, phrases like “jolly good!” and “what a brick!” are part of the charm), the main appeal found within her books is the humour and wit with which the children behave and react to the magical events… Nesbit is one of the finest children’s authors out there. If you haven’t already, then give her a go as she’s published plenty of great books. The Enchanted Castle is a great place to start. Read the rest.