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1	Farewell to Fairacre more books like this by Miss Read The final chapter to the ever-popular chronicles of Fairacre. Facing poor health, the longtime headmistress of Fairacre School and narrator of the stories prepares for an early retirement. Despite her imminent departure, she finds herself caught up in the intrigues and drama of village life, including the death of Henry Mawne's wife, and the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.28! \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Fairacre Festival more books like this by Miss Read Tthe first day of October brings an unheralded and violent storm, which whips through Fairacre, blowing down trees and telephone poles -- and, worst of all, damaging the roof of St. Patrick's Church. The inhabitants of tiny Fairacre can't imagine how they will be able to afford the repairs, until Mr. Willett suggests a fundraising festival. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.15! \| first editions \| SVS
3	A Peaceful Retirement more books like this by Miss Read, Sian Phillips (Read by) The last volume in Miss Read's Fairacre books. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.97! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Village School more books like this by Miss Read "Village School" introduces cheerful schoolmistress Miss Read and her lovable group of children, who are just as likely to lose themselves as their mittens. 18 line drawings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.44! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Affairs at Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read In Affairs at Thrush Green, Miss Read continues the fortunes of the Thrush Green families whom we last met in Gossip from Thrush Green. Here we follow the kindly vicar, Charles Henstock, to the neighboring Lulling, after his home was burned to the ground at the end of the earlier novel. Going to a new church is never easy, even in the best of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.60! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Village Diary more books like this by Miss Read The enchanting follow-up to Village School, Miss Read's beloved first novel, Village Diary once again transports us to the picturesque English village of Fairacre. Each chapter describes a month in the life of the village school's headmistress, Miss Read. As the villagers prepare for their country pageant, Fairacre welcomes many newcomers, such as ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.85! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Over the Gate more books like this by Miss Read Throughout her years as schoolmistress, Miss Read has gathered excellent accounts of the rich and varied history of her beloved country village, often through neighborly conversation over the gate. Fairacre has garnered its share of odd incidents, entertaining episodes, and village folklore, from an unusual recipe for weight loss found in an old ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.63! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Village Centenary more books like this by Miss Read, Miss Read This Miss Read story chronicle's the year Miss Read's school celebrates its 100th anniversary, with the help and sometimes hindrance of readers favorite Fairacre friends. 19 line drawings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.95! \| first editions
9	Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read, June Barrie (Read by) Miss Read's idyllic (though often comically troubled) hamlet of Thrush Green is introduced in this novel, which focuses on the annual Mayday fair. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.29! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Friends at Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read Ever since the publication of Village School 35 years ago, Miss Read's numerous novels set in Thrush Green and Fairacre have been bestsellers all over the world. The "new Miss Read" focuses on Thrush Green's two former schoolteachers, now retired, who return for a visit. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Summer at Fairacre more books like this by Miss Read In Miss Read's idyllic English village, Fairacre, Miss Pringle--who cleans the local schoolhouse--gets testy and quits. The village copes. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.49! \| first editions \| SVS
12	Battles at Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read see all copies from $1.99! new only from $27.37! \| first editions
13 view cover	Changes at Fairacre more books like this by Miss Read Ever since the publication of Village School 35 years ago, Miss Read's numerous novels set in Thrush Green and Fairacre have won ardent fans all over the world. Our 35th Miss Read novel returns to Fairacre, where "progress" is disrupting the tranquility of country life. "Relax, put your feet up . . . and enjoy the slow pace of village life and the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.21! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	The School at Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read As two schoolteachers plan for their retirement, readers witness the challenges they face leaving their old home and learning to drive. Once again Miss Read will satisfy fans with her happy blend of nostalgia and authentic flavor. Illustrated. see all copies from $3.98! new only from $83.37! \| first editions
15 view cover	Storm in the Village more books like this by Miss Read Trouble brews in the tiny country village of Fairacre when it is discovered that Farmer Miller's Hundred Acre Field is slated for real estate development. Alarming rumors are circulating, among them the fear that the village school may close. The endearing schoolmistress Miss Read brings her inimitable blend of affection and clear-sighted candor ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Return to Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read The Young family undergoes some trials and changes in this novel about the idyllic little community of Thrush Green. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.10! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	News from Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read Two newcomers move to Thrush Green -- an attractive young woman and her son -- and all the villagers begin to show their interest and attention, especially several bachelors. see all copies from $5.99! new only from $18.28! \| first editions
18 view cover	Gossip from Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read Big changes are occurring at the village school in Thrush Green, and Miss Read chronicles them with her usual gentle humor. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.83! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Tyler's Row more books like this by Miss Read Open the gate to Fairacre, America's favorite English village. The two-hundred-year-old cottages known as Tyler's Row, with charming leaded-glass windows and an arched thorn hedge over the gateway, are supposed to provide a haven of peace for their new owners, Peter and Diana Hale. They plan to convert the middle two cottages into one, to create ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.99! \| first editions \| SVS
20	Fortunate Grandchild more books like this by Miss Read, Miss Read see all copies from $1.99! new only from $47.40! \| signed copies \| first editions
21 view cover	Farther Afield more books like this by Miss Read Open the gate to Fairacre, America's favorite English village. The end of a school year often brings unmitigated rapture for schoolteachers, and so it should for Miss Read, schoolmistress in the charming English village of Fairacre. But on the very first day of the long summer holiday, she falls and breaks her arm. Just when her summer seems ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.68! \| first editions \| SVS
22	No holly for Miss Quinn more books like this by Miss Read see all copies from $1.99! first editions
23	Winter in Thrush Green more books like this by Miss Read see all copies from $2.22! new only from $23.04! \| first editions
24	Fresh from the Country more books like this by Miss Read Young Anna Lacey, "fresh from the country," finds a teaching job in London. see all copies from $6.99! new only from $85.99! \| first editions
25	Miss Clare Remembers more books like this by Miss Read see all copies from $1.99! new only from $79.51! \| first editions

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