Wet Magic

Name: Wet Magic
Author: E. Nesbit

By E. Nesbit

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About This Book

A seaside holiday sends a group of children into unexpected enchantment when an aquarium and their fascination with the sea unlock watery magic. They discover a captured sea-dweller and mount a daring rescue, visit a mermaid household, and confront strange phenomena as skies and waters behave oddly. Conflicts escalate into a battle among water creatures and encounters with living books and hidden underfolk complicate their journey. Through ingenuity and compassion a mediating figure halts hostilities and restores balance, and the children learn about responsibility, gratitude, and the consequences of meddling with forces beyond their understanding.

About the Author

E. Nesbit

Edith Nesbit (1858-1924) was a pioneering English author and poet, best known for her children's literature that blends fantasy with everyday life. Her most famous work, "Five Children and It," showcases her imaginative storytelling and ability to engage young readers with whimsical adventures. Nesbit was a key figure in the development of children's literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often incorporating themes of friendship, family, and the magic of childhood. In addition to her children's stories, she wrote poetry and adult fiction, contributing significantly to the literary landscape of her time. Her works continue to be celebrated for their charm and creativity.