Far Out Classic Stories
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Far Out Classic Stories
by Benjamin Harper, Katie Schenkel, and Erica Schultz
Published 1 January 2020
Timeless tales get a wildly fun update in Far Out Classic Stories! Continuing the success of the popular Far Out Fairy Tales series, these action-packed graphic novels retell famous literature with a modern twist that'll hook young readers. Follow along as Alice joins the wacky secret agents of Wonderland. Discover what happens when Peter Pan is a flying mummy . . . and more! Bonus backmatter extras introduce children to the original story. Experience age-old favourites like never before with this playful series of full-colour graphic novels.
All children grow up, but Peter Pan wanted to be old right away. So he ran off to a magically spooky place to become . . . a mummy! One night in the normal world, Peter overhears Wendy Darling telling her brothers a super scary story, and soon they're all flying off to Mummy Land. But Peter's home is filled with other frightening ghouls, including a skeleton pirate crew who want to put Peter in a tomb once and for all! With Far Out Classic Stories, experience the tale of Peter Pan like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.
Braving the dusty trails of the Wild West, cowgirl Dorothy and her horse Toto are riding to see the wonderful Wiz Kid of Oz! The legendary entertainer is auditioning new acts for his Emerald Circus, and Dorothy and her friends, Tinny, Crow and Leo, hope they can impress him with their talents. But when Dorothy's lucky silver spurs are stolen by a wicked rival, will Dorothy be able to believe in her own grit and still give her best performance? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience The Wonderful Wizard of Oz like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.
Alice is a skilled pre-teen secret agent, but when she joins the forces of Wonderland, she's in over her head. Nothing they do makes sense! Mr White, the new boss, is always running late for something. Maddie makes wacky gadgets and hats but stops for tea every hour. And Alice's new partner Kitty literally disappears during their mission training. How can Alice sneak into the evil Queenie Hearts's garden party and stop her top-secret, world-ending plan amid all this madness? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience Alice's Adventures in Wonderland like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.
In the distant future, child-genius Robin Hood has invented amazing time-traveling technology! Except his company only wants to use the tech to make sure history stays exactly the same. So Robin decides to take matters into his own hands, jump through time and help people throughout the ages! Along the way the time traveller teams up with other caring kids, but with Robin's heartless boss chasing the group, how much longer can they keep up this noble quest? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience the tale of Robin Hood like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids!
Step back in time for a prehistoric adventure! Eager, young velociraptor Mateo Raptor has made an interesting find during his class’s archaeological dig. He presents the odd, rectangular object to his uncle, Dr Raptor, an ambitious scientist. Inside the shiny slab is a clue about the destiny of long-lost, world-famous scientist Ernie Stegosaur. This find leads Mateo, Dr Raptor and the doctor’s lab assistant, Darby, on a fascinating journey to the centre of the Earth!