Tales of Magic Series

Book 1

Half Magic

by Edward Eager and N M Bodecker

Published 1 March 1954

Four children looking forward to an ordinary summer enjoy a series of fantastic adventures by double-wishing on an ancient coin.

Book 1

Magic by the Lake

by Edward Eager

Published 1 April 1957

On a vacation, four children find themselves with an entire lake full of magic, which they must tame and learn how to handle in order to find the treasure that waits for them.

Book 2

Knight's Castle

by Edward Eager

Published 29 November 1973

Four cousins, Roger, Ann, Eliza, and Jack, have an extraordinary summer when, after an old toy soldier comes to life, they find themselves transported back to the days of Robin and Ivanhoe.

Book 3

Magic or Not?

by Edward Eager

Published December 1959

When the family moves to Connecticut, twins James and Laura make new friends and begin a series of unusual adventures after discovering an old well that seems to be magic in their backyard.

Book 5

The Well-Wishers

by Edward Eager

Published 1 December 1985

Six children relate their experiences with an unpredictable old wishing well that involves them in some magical adventures during an eventful autumn.

Book 6

Seven-Day Magic

by Edward Eager and N M Bodecker

Published 1 July 1986

A seven-day book of magic proves to be fractious for five children, who must learn the book's rules and tame its magic.

Book 7

Tales of Magic 4-Book Collection

Tales of Magic 4-Book Boxed Set

Just in time for the holiday season, four classic Edward Eager Tales of Magic in one affordable package.
Ever since Half Magic first hit bookshelves in 1954, Edward Eager's Tales of Magic have been favorites with readers of all ages. Now his four most popular stories--Half Magic, Knight's Castle, Magic by the Lake, and The Time Garden--are available in one handsome package. Perfect for gift-giving or for introducing eager new readers to a whole world of wit and magic, these four books should brighten every child's library!