Adults usually enjoy children's stories, and kids often progress quickly to more complex titles.
The book also has classic holiday stories from Louisa Mae Alcott, Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Andersen and others. Jane Yolen collects her favorite poetic tributes to nature, with photographs by Jason Stemple. Along the way, youngsters are exposed to some of the world's great art. Oceangoing ships have been critical factors in commerce, warfare and adventure throughout history. Both are affectionate looks at the enduring artist and her work.