Sent away to the country after a particularly unruly episode, the well-meaning but wayward Bastable children decide to reform their behavior. They form the society of the Woodbegoods. But their plans for great and virtuous deeds lead to just as much mayhem as their ordinary games, and sometimes more. Charmingly Illustrated. the 2nd book in "The Bastable Children" series.

Meet the Author

Edith Nesbit (married name Edith Bland; 15 August 1858 – 4 May 1924) was an English author and poet whose children's works were published under the name of E. Nesbit. She wrote or collaborated on over 60 books of fiction for children, several of which have been adapted for film and television. She was also a political activist and co-founded the Fabian Society, a precursor to the modern Labour Party.