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The Enid Blyton Book of Brownies is a classic children's book written by the famous author Enid Blyton. It was first published in 1926. Many people think this book is one of Blyton's best stories for young readers.

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The first edition of the book, published by George Newnes, with pictures by Ernest Aris.

Discovering The Enid Blyton Book of Brownies

This exciting book tells the tale of three playful brownies named Hop, Skip, and Jump. These brownies are known for being a bit mischievous. Their adventure begins when they are tricked by a cunning character, Witch Green-eyes.

Meet Hop, Skip, and Jump

Hop, Skip, and Jump are the main characters in this story. They are lively brownies who love to have fun, but sometimes their playful nature gets them into trouble. Their journey in the book teaches them important lessons about being good and responsible.

The Brownies' Big Adventure

The story kicks off when Witch Green-eyes manages to trick the three brownies. She convinces them to help her take Princess Peronel away from her home. Because of their involvement, Hop, Skip, and Jump are sent away from Fairyland. They are told they cannot return until they find their "Goodness."

Banished from Fairyland

Being banished means they can't go back to their magical home. This makes the brownies realize they have a big responsibility. They decide that their first task is to save Princess Peronel from the Witch. This decision sets them off on a grand and challenging adventure.

Journey to Save the Princess

As Hop, Skip, and Jump try to rescue the princess, they face many strange and exciting situations. They find themselves in a cottage that has no door, which is quite a puzzle! They also accidentally stumble upon the island of a grumpy red goblin.

Facing Challenges and Odd Lands

Their journey continues to an island where giants live, which must have been a huge surprise! They also visit the Land of Clever People, a place where everyone must speak in rhymes and create a new riddle every single day. The brownies also travel on a green railway and visit a place called Toadstool Town.

The Final Rescue

During their adventures, the brownies also have to fight a Golden Dwarf. They even manage to rescue a special creature known as the Dragon-bird. After many more odd and exciting encounters, Hop, Skip, and Jump finally succeed in their mission. They bravely rescue Princess Peronel and prove that they have found their "Goodness."

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