The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit

The Phoenix and the Carpet by E. Nesbit The Phoenix and the Carpet is the sequel to E. Nesbit s beloved Five Children and It , and the second book in the Psammead trilogy. When Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane and Lamb find a mysterious egg, the adventure of a lifetime begins. With the help of their magical new friend, the Phoenix, the five siblings travel to exotic lands and befriend royalty, rescue treasures and meet one hundred and ninety- nine cats! This heart- warming children s classic (featuring brand new illustrations by Beano artist Steve Beckett) is sure to delight readers young and old. Contains a foreword by Gary Russell, who played Cyril in the 1976 BBC TV serial.