Enid Blyton
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Browse our super vintage Enid Blyton books. Read about this icon of children's literature and her life as a children's author. Enid Blyton, was the author of over 700 vintage children's books and more than 10,000 short stories.
We have collectable Enid Blyton books of sweet old bedtime stories, fun children's adventure books like The Famous Five, Secret Seven and Mystery Stories, lots of old favourite children's adventures.
Find all the lovely characters Enid Blyton created like Noddy and his adventures in Toy Town. And the children's all time favourite vintage children's book, The Magic Faraway Tree Adventures and the equally popular Adventures of the Wishing Chair.
We have charming magical tales about elves, goblins and fairy tales all specially selected for you to share and enjoy. -
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Enid Blyton's Sixth Bedside Book First Edition Vintage Children's Book 1954 Grace Lodge
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My Enid Blyton Book Sweet Vintage Children's Book old Bedtime Story illus. Grace Lodge
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The Birthday Kitten Enid Blyton Sweet Vintage Children's Book old Bedtime Story
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The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton Beaver Paperback Vintage Children's Book 1980's
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Enid Blyton's Round the Clock Stories Vintage Children's Book 1970's Bedtime Fairytales
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Shock for Secret Seven Enid Blyton Vintage Childrens Book hardback 1990's Mystery Adventure
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Astonishing Ladder Enid Blyton Hardback First Edition Vintage Childrens Book 1950's Eileen Soper
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Mr Pinkwhistles Party by Enid Blyton Vintage Children's book 1970's Hardback Bedtime Stories
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Amelia Jane Again by Enid Blyton Vintage Children's book Rene Cloke 1970's Bedtime Stories
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Mystery Stories by Enid Blyton Vintage Children's Book Smuggler Ben Secret Cliff Castle 1960's
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Ring O Bells Mystery Enid Blyton Vintage Children's Book Mystery Series First Edition 1951
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The Rat-A-Tat Mystery by Enid Blyton Vintage Children's Book Collins First Edition 2nd Imp.
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Enid Blyton's Brer Rabbit Book Vintage Childrens Bedtime Stories First Edition 1963
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Five on a Secret Trail Enid Blyton Vintage First Edition 1956 scarce with Dust Jacket
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Enid Blyton Storytime Paperback Vintage Children's Book Armada 1970s Fairy Stories
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" It was the first big adventure of their lives! What were they going to see? What were they going to do? They jumped over the ditch into the wood. At once they felt different. Magic was round them. The bird's songs sounded different. The trees once again whispered secretly to one another: 'Wisha-wisha-wisha-wisha!' ... 'Come on,' said Jo, going down the green path. 'Let's find the Faraway Tree.'"
Enid Blyton, The Enchanted Wood, 1939
Enid Blyton (1897 - 1968) gained a place in our hearts and on our bookshelves as the author of over 700 books and 10,000 short stories. To this day she remains an iconic figure in children's literature who having entertained generations of young readers with her enchanting stories about idyllic childhood adventures.
Enid was Born on August 11, 1897, in East Dulwich, a suburb of London, her life was a testament to her unceasing, prolific talent and unwavering dedication to nurturing the minds of children through literature. She stands as one of the most prolific children's author and her influence on the genre cannot be overstated.
Enid had an innate understanding of what captured the imaginations of young readers, and her ability to transport them to magical worlds of adventure and wonder was unparalleled. She had a natural skill to create well-crafted magical adventures. Through her captivating storytelling, Blyton instilled in children a love for reading and a boundless curiosity about the world around them.
One of Enid's most beloved creations is the "Famous Five" series....
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The Famous Five books follow the thrilling escapades of a group of young friends, as Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and their loyal dog, Timmy, enjoy their adventures.
All the books she wrote emphasised the importance and innocent joy of childhood friendships. The Famous Five series, comprising twenty-one books, whisked readers away to captivating landscapes, secret islands, and mysterious castles, fostering a sense of exploration and camaraderie among its young readers. Enid Blyton wrote several book series for young children including "The Secret Seven," "The Adventure Series," and "The Barney Mysteries".
All her children's book series unfailingly featured a band of loyal friends, brave young protagonists who embarked on exciting quests, solved mysteries, and stood up for justice always winning out in the end.
Through these stories, Blyton inspired children to be courageous, resourceful, and compassionate, instilling in them important values that she believed were necessary for them to have throughout their lives.
Enid's boundless imagination seemed unstoppable. Apparently she had very vivid dreams and these often formed the basis of the stories she created. She claimed to remember all her dreams like movies playing in her head and writing for her was almost a cathartic process. She knew how to blend the fantastical elements in her works with the everyday things children loved.
The "Faraway Tree" series, with its magical tree inhabited by whimsical creatures and revolving lands, captivated the imaginations of young readers. Her ability to create enchanting and immersive worlds fostered a sense of awe and wonder, transporting children beyond the limited confines of their everyday lives.
Enid's impact as a children's author extended far beyond her fictional stories. She was also a prolific writer of educational books, bedtime stories, and picture books that catered to the interests and needs of different age groups. From nature guides to fairy tales, Blyton's works provided young readers with an engrossing range of reading material, ensuring that there was always something to captivate and educate them.
Enid Blyton was not without criticism of her writing style and lack of literary complexity, some class her stories as highly repetitive but actually that is one thing that made them so appealing to children. In the Famous Five adventure's you knew the children would always have an exciting adventure but it would work out well in the end.
Her importance as a children's author cannot be denied and her books have sold millions of copies worldwide, continuing to be cherished by readers of all ages. These fun childhood stories have the power to ignite the spark of imagination, instill a love for reading, and create cherished memories that last a lifetime.
Enid Blyton's greatest legacy seems to be her innate ability to tap into the hearts and minds of young readers and write about the things that they loved. The Faraway Tree series for example still enchants children as much today as last century. Throughout all her storytelling, she recognized the importance of fostering a sense of wonder, adventure, and the belief that anything is possible.
Vintage Enid Blyton books have become much cherished classics often collected again in later life to be shared with people's own children so they can find the joy of escaping into imaginative worlds of fun and adventure.
Enid Blyton's passion for storytelling, and her unerring dedication to children's literature, along with her capability to absolutely captivate young readers with her imaginative tales made her a true luminary in the world of children's books. Today her legacy continues to inspire generations, reminding us of the profound impact that a well-crafted story can have on the lives of young readers, and Enid Blyton's prolific contributions to children's literature will be celebrated for years to come by young and old alike.
Books by this Author
Enid Blyton, was a prolific author of childrens books and wrote over 700 children's books, here are some of her most popular books and series:
Children's Books and Poetry:
● "Child Whispers" (1922) - Poetry collection for children
● "Real Fairies: Poems" (1923) - Poetry collection for children
● "Songs of Gladness" (1924) - Poetry collection for children
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Fairies" (1924) - Stories and poems about fairies
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Bunnies" (1925) - Stories and poems about bunnies
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Brownies" (1926) - Stories and poems about brownies
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Trees" (1926) - Stories and poems about trees
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Pixies" (1927) - Stories and poems about pixies
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Elves and Fairies" (1927) - Stories and poems about elves and fairies
● "The Enid Blyton Book of Animals" (1929) - Stories and poems about animals
● "Mr. Meddle's Mischief" (1929) - Short stories featuring Mr. Meddle
● "Bimbo and Topsy" (1930) - Picture book
● "The Adventures of Binkle and Flip" (1931) - Stories about two pixies
Book Series
● "The Enchanted Wood" (1939) - The first book in "The Faraway Tree" series
● "The Adventures of the Wishing-Chair" (1937) - The first book in "The Wishing-Chair" series
● "The Secret Island" (1938) - The first book in "The Secret" series
● "The Famous Five" series (1942-1963) - Twenty-one books featuring the adventures of Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and their dog Timmy
● "The Magic Faraway Tree" (1943) - The second book in "The Faraway Tree" series
● "Noddy Goes to Toyland" (1949) - The first book in the "Noddy" series
● "The Secret Seven" series (1949-1963) - Fifteen books featuring a group of child detectives
● "The Naughtiest Girl in the School" (1940) - The first book in "The Naughtiest Girl" series
● "Malory Towers" series (1946-1951) - Six books following the adventures of girls at a boarding school
● "St. Clare's" series (1941-1945) - Nine books about twins at a boarding school
● "The Adventure Series" (1944-1955) - Eight books featuring the outdoor adventures of four children
● "The Secret" series (1948-1953) - Fifteen books about a group of children solving mysteries
● "The Barney Mysteries" series (1949-1961) - Six books featuring a young detective named Barney
● "Amelia Jane" series (1939-1952) - Four books about a mischievous doll
● "The Faraway Tree" series (1939-1951) - Four books about the magical adventures in the Faraway Tree
● "The Wishing-Chair" series (1937-1950) - Four books about a magical chair that grants wishes
● "The Five Find-Outers and Dog" series (1943-1961) - Fifteen books about a group of children solving mysteries
● "The O'Sullivan Twins" series (1942-1946) - Six books about twins at a boarding school
● "Mystery" series (1954-1961) - Fifteen books about a detective agency run by children
● "The Secret of Spiggy Holes" (1948) - Standalone adventure novel
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Enid Blyton's Sixth Bedside Book First Edition Vintage Children's Book 1954 Grace Lodge
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My Enid Blyton Book Sweet Vintage Children's Book old Bedtime Story illus. Grace Lodge
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The Birthday Kitten Enid Blyton Sweet Vintage Children's Book old Bedtime Story
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The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton Beaver Paperback Vintage Children's Book 1980's
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