The adventures of a group of toys led by the white rocking horse.

Excerpt from The Story of a White Rocking Horse One by one the lights went out. One by one the shoppers left the toy department of the store. One by one the clerks rode down in the elevators. At last all was still and quiet and dark - that is, all dark except for a small light, so the nightwatchman could see his way around. "Now we can have some fun!" cried a voice, and it seemed to come from a Calico Clown, lying down in a box next to a Bold Tin Soldier. "Now we can really be ourselves, and talk and move about." About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

In 'The Story of a White Rocking Horse' by Laura Lee Hope, readers are immersed in a whimsical tale that follows the adventures of a cherished toy rocking horse. Written in a charming and playful literary style, this book serves as not only a delightful children's story but also as a poignant allegory for the power of imagination and the enduring bond between a child and their beloved toy. Set in a time when toys were simple yet held immense value, this book transports readers to a simpler era while conveying timeless themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Laura Lee Hope's storytelling is captivating and heartfelt, making this book a perfect choice for both young readers and adults seeking a nostalgic escape. Laura Lee Hope, a pseudonym for the Stratemeyer Syndicate, was a highly prolific children's book author known for creating the beloved 'Bobbsey Twins' and 'The Bobbsey Twins at School' series. Her expertise in crafting engaging stories for children is evident in 'The Story of a White Rocking Horse,' showcasing her ability to capture the imagination of readers of all ages. Fans of classic children's literature and those seeking a heartfelt read will undoubtedly enjoy 'The Story of a White Rocking Horse' by Laura Lee Hope. Its timeless themes and enchanting storytelling make it a must-read for anyone looking to be transported to a world of innocence and wonder.

Hester appears to have it all - marriage, a nice home, three children and a stimulating job. But it is not enough. For no matter how much she and her husband earn, she spends more. Driven by a desire to be loved by his mother, young Paul starts betting on the horses with the family's gardener. He wins, wins and just keeps winning. But, as quickly as he hands her the money, Hester has splurged it away. Then, as Derby day approaches, the spooky secret of Paul's endless run of luck is revealed. As tragedy beckons, will Paul win his mother's love? This book is perfect for fans of Edgar Allan Poe and Ernest Hemingway. It was made into the 1949 fantasy film 'The Rocking Horse Winner', starring John Howard Davies, Valerie Hobson and John Mills. DH Lawrence (1885-1930) was an English writer and poet. He was at the centre of a great deal of controversy during and after his life, with the explicit nature of some of his novels leading to censorship and protests. Many critics admired his imaginative and deeply descriptive style, though. Among his best-known novels are 'Sons and Lovers', 'Lady Chatterley's Lover', 'The Rainbow' and 'Women in Love'.

The Story of a White Rocking Horse, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Originally published: Chicago: Rand McNally, c1951.

Manette Trogani Snow always wondered why her father, Martin “Pop” Trogani punished his children by forcing them to kneel on raw rice, arms outstretched, with a stack of books piled high on their hands. In a quest to understand why Pop treated Manette and her eleven siblings so horribly, she unearthed not only her own family’s hidden histories, but also a previously unknown chapter in US history about racism, immigration, and war. In a fascinating memoir created from a twenty-five-year mission to excavate information from archives, articles, books, and interviews, Manette chronicles her journey through a childhood darkened by fear, brutality, secrets, and lies while detailing the story of her father’s family’s experiences as the only known survivors—despite being starved and tortured during the Japanese occupation of World War II—of an orchestrated campaign to expel them from the United States under the Filipino Repatriation Act of 1935. Included throughout are a treasure trove of personal and historic images, as well as additional insights obtained after the completion of Manette’s extensive research. American Aswang intertwines the true story of a Filipino-American girl’s challenging coming-of-age journey with the often horrific experiences of her father’s family as they were repatriated to the Philippines.