This is a Stage 2 title (containing a 750 word vocabulary) in a series which contains some of the best classic stories retold in English. The series is graded in four stages: Stage 1 - 500 word vocabulary, Stage 2 - 750, Stage 3 - 1300 and Stage 4 - 1800. Each book includes an introduction to the author and story and exercise material (comprehension and discussion questions). The series should also be of interest to children and to readers who have learning difficulties.