Half Magic
Book • 1954
Published in 1954, 'Half Magic' is the first book in Edward Eager's 'Tales of Magic' series.
The story follows four siblings—Jane, Mark, Katharine, and Martha—who live in 1920s Toledo, Ohio.
After their father's death, the children find a magical coin that grants only half of their wishes.
This leads to a series of comedic and sometimes challenging adventures as they learn to navigate the 'half magic' and its unpredictable outcomes.
The novel is filled with literary references and draws inspiration from E. Nesbit's works, offering a blend of fantasy, humor, and wisdom for both young and adult readers.
The story follows four siblings—Jane, Mark, Katharine, and Martha—who live in 1920s Toledo, Ohio.
After their father's death, the children find a magical coin that grants only half of their wishes.
This leads to a series of comedic and sometimes challenging adventures as they learn to navigate the 'half magic' and its unpredictable outcomes.
The novel is filled with literary references and draws inspiration from E. Nesbit's works, offering a blend of fantasy, humor, and wisdom for both young and adult readers.
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