Pinocchio

Carlo Collodi

Jul 2013 · Trajectory, Inc.

About this ebook

The old wood-carver Geppetto decides to make a wonderful puppet which can dance and turn somersaults, but by chance chooses an unusual piece of wood that lets the puppet talk and misbehave like the liveliest child. Pinocchio is brave and inquisitive, as well as naughty, and after some hair-raising adventures earns his heart's desire. Pinocchio is a timeless tale of adventure, heart, mischief, and family, making it is one of the most renowned children's books of all time. Pinocchio's fantastic encounters and tender moments are truly a magical trip that will appeal to book lovers and collectors of all ages. Beautifully illustrated, this classic tale will capture children's interest and spark their imagination inspiring a lifelong love of literature and reading.

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About the author

H. G. Wells was born in Bromley, England on September 21, 1866. After a limited education, he was apprenticed to a draper, but soon found he wanted something more out of life. He read widely and got a position as a student assistant in a secondary school, eventually winning a scholarship to the Royal College of Science in South Kensington, where he studied biology. He graduated from London University in 1888 and became a science teacher. He also wrote for magazines. When his stories began to sell, he left teaching to write full time. He became an author best known for science fiction novels and comic novels. His science fiction novels include The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, The Wonderful Visit, The Island of Doctor Moreau, The Invisible Man, The First Men in the Moon, and The Food of the Gods. His comic novels include Love and Mr. Lewisham, Kipps: The Story of a Simple Soul, The History of Mr. Polly, and Tono-Bungay. He also wrote several short story collections including The Stolen Bacillus, The Plattner Story, and Tales of Space and Time. He died on August 13, 1946 at the age of 79.