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by Daphne Du Maurier (Author)
Enter Manderleyâ "A Tale of Mystery, Romance, and Secrets
Rebecca, the classic novel by Daphne du Maurier, is reimagined in this beautifully illustrated abridged edition for young readers. Journey with the unnamed narrator as she enters the grand estate of Manderley, only to be haunted by the lingering presence of her husbandâ (TM)s first wifeâ "Rebecca. What secrets lie within the walls of this mysterious mansion?
With engaging illustrations, simplified language, and thought-provoking review questions, this edition makes the iconic story accessible to children, helping them build comprehension and critical thinking skills while enjoying one of literatureâ (TM)s most unforgettable tales.
Whatâ (TM)s Inside:- Abridged adaptation of the classic mystery-romance novel
- Captivating illustrations to aid understanding and engagement
- Review questions to encourage reflection and analysis
- Introduces classic literature in a child-friendly format
- Supports reading comprehension and discussion skills
- Perfect for classrooms, book clubs, or independent reading
- Mysterious plot and atmospheric setting
- Strong, relatable characters
- Engaging visuals that bring the story to life
- Illustrated and abridged for easy comprehension
- Includes review questions to reinforce learning
- Durable format ideal for repeated reading and study
- Young readers exploring classic fiction
- Literature-based curriculum or home learning
- Building vocabulary and critical thinking through storytelling
Author Biography
Daphne Du Maurier was born in London in 1907 to an actress mother and an actor-manager father. Along with her two sisters, she was home schooled by governesses and grew up in a world of fantasy, story, and imagination. The familyâ (TM)s holidays at their country home made Daphne du Maurier develop an everlasting love for Cornwall, which became the backdrop of many of her stories. In 1931, she published her first novel The Loving Spirit. In 1935, she was recognized as a writer to reckon with when she wrote an honest biography about her father titled Gerald: A Portrait. Jamaica Inn in 1936 made it to the bestseller charts. She married Major Frederick Browning in 1932. She wrote Rebecca in 1938 which became her best known work. Alfred Hitchcock made Rebecca into a movie in 1940. Two of her other novels, Frenchmanâ (TM)s Creek and Hungry Hill, also became popular films. She was honored by the title Dame of the British Empire in 1969. She believed that writers should be read, neither seen nor heard, and once you pick her work you will read until the endâ "until all your senses are gently awakened. She died in 1989 in Cornwall.
