Racketty-Packetty House
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved classic of children's literature, Racketty-Packetty House chronicles the charming and heartfelt adventures of a worn, old dollhouse and its spirited inhabitants, who face the threat of being discarded when a grand new dollhouse arrives on the nursery scene. Written with warmth and gentle wit, the story illustrates themes of resilience, friendship, and the enduring value of joy and imagination over outward appearances. Narrated by Queen Crosspatch of the fairies, the tale unfolds with a whimsical, playful tone that enchants readers of all ages while carrying a quietly profound message about kindness and loyalty. Burnett's signature gift for creating vivid, emotionally resonant worlds shines throughout, making this short but memorable work a timeless treasure in the tradition of classic nursery fantasy.
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Format: Hardback
Published: 1971, Tom Stacey Ltd
Genre: Childrens fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved classic of children's literature, Racketty-Packetty House chronicles the charming and heartfelt adventures of a worn, old dollhouse and its spirited inhabitants, who face the threat of being discarded when a grand new dollhouse arrives on the nursery scene. Written with warmth and gentle wit, the story illustrates themes of resilience, friendship, and the enduring value of joy and imagination over outward appearances. Narrated by Queen Crosspatch of the fairies, the tale unfolds with a whimsical, playful tone that enchants readers of all ages while carrying a quietly profound message about kindness and loyalty. Burnett's signature gift for creating vivid, emotionally resonant worlds shines throughout, making this short but memorable work a timeless treasure in the tradition of classic nursery fantasy.