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The Phoenix and the Carpet: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Phoenix and the Carpet by Edith Nesbit — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Five British children discover in their new carpet an egg, which hatches into a phoenix that takes them on a series of fantastic adventures around the world.

Quick facts about The Phoenix and the Carpet

  • Title: The Phoenix and the Carpet
  • Author: Edith Nesbit
  • First published: 1903
  • Genre: english fantasy fiction, magic, brothers and sisters
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL99539W

Where to read The Phoenix and the Carpet

The Phoenix and the Carpet by Edith Nesbit is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Phoenix and the Carpet about?

Five British children discover in their new carpet an egg, which hatches into a phoenix that takes them on a series of fantastic adventures around the world..

Who wrote The Phoenix and the Carpet?

The Phoenix and the Carpet was written by Edith Nesbit.

When was The Phoenix and the Carpet published?

The Phoenix and the Carpet was first published in 1903.

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