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ENID BLYTONS TREASURY

FIRST PUBLISHED 1947

A MESSAGE from ENID BLYTON

Hallo, Children! What sort of stories do you like me to write for you? You have told me so often that 1 ought to know by now! And, of course, I do know. So here are plenty of every kind you like bestschool stories, circus, holiday, family and adventure! I haven't forgotten those who like detective tales, so please meet Detective John, and see if you could have solved his problems as cleverly as he did. " What about Nature?" I hear the nature-lovers say. Yes, I've remembered you too, and I hope you'll have some fun reading the nature-quiz stories. Nor have I forgotten those who like to make things, so look out for a rainy afternoon, get out this book, and then enjoy yourself making a roundabout, or a magic box, or even an aquarium. It was fun writing this book for you. I hope you'll have as much fun reading it! Best wishes to you all from

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