
Titles in This Set
Five on a Treasure Island
Five Go Adventuring Again
Five Run Away Together
Five Go to Smuggler's Top
Five Go Off in a Caravan
Five on Kirrin Island Again
Five Go Off to Camp
Five Get into Trouble
Five Fall into Adventure
Five on a Hike Together
Five Have a Wonderful Time
Five Go Down to the Sea
Five Go to Mystery Moor
Five Have Plenty of Fun
Five on a Secret Trail
Five Go to Billycock Hill
Five Get into a Fix
Five on Finniston Farm
Five Go to Demon's Rocks
Five Have a Mystery to Solve
Five Are Together Again
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781444936858
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)
Overview
Journey into one of the most beloved children's series of all time with this complete 21-book paperback collection of Enid Blyton's Famous Five, following cousins Julian, Dick, Anne, and George, along with George's loyal dog Timmy, through decades of coastal adventures, hidden treasure, and clever mysteries. First published starting in 1942, these stories introduced generations of young readers to smugglers, secret islands, midnight camps, and daring rescues. Perfect for children ages 7 to 9 (Grades 2-4), this classic series builds reading confidence while celebrating friendship, courage, and outdoor exploration. A wonderful gift for any young adventurer's bookshelf or classroom library.
About the Books
Enid Blyton's Famous Five series has enchanted young readers since the first title appeared in 1942, and this 21-book collection brings the entire beloved run together in one paperback set. At the heart of every story are four cousins—Julian, Dick, Anne, and George (short for Georgina)—along with George's devoted dog Timmy, whose loyalty and instincts often help crack the case. Across the series, the group spends school holidays exploring the English countryside and coastline, stumbling upon smugglers' hideouts, sunken treasure, kidnapping plots, and secret passageways in crumbling old houses and windswept moors. Each book stands on its own with a complete mystery, making the set easy to dip into in any order, though reading from Five on a Treasure Island onward lets young fans watch the friendships and confidence of the characters deepen book by book. Blyton's writing style is brisk, accessible, and full of picnics, camping trips, and cozy countryside settings that have made the series a comfort read for decades of children learning to enjoy chapter books independently. The mysteries lean on teamwork, observation, and bravery rather than violence, which is part of why parents and teachers continue to hand these stories down. With settings ranging from rocky coastlines and farms to moors and lighthouses, the collection offers plenty of variety while keeping the same beloved cast. Whether read aloud at bedtime or tackled independently, this complete set offers hours of classic adventure storytelling in one convenient paperback bundle.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Five on a Treasure Island — The series opener introduces Julian, Dick, Anne, and cousin George as they discover a shipwreck and hunt for treasure on George's own Kirrin Island.
Five Go Adventuring Again — A mysterious new tutor at Kirrin Cottage hides secrets tied to George's father's important scientific notes.
Five Run Away Together — The children camp out on Kirrin Island to escape a spiteful housekeeper and end up tangling with a gang of caravan thieves.
Five Go to Smuggler's Top — A stormy visit to a strange old house reveals secret passages once used by smugglers along the coast.
Five Go Off in a Caravan — A countryside caravan holiday near a traveling circus draws the Five into uncovering a theft.
Five on Kirrin Island Again — A visiting scientist's secretive experiments bring danger back to George's beloved island.
Five Go Off to Camp — A moorland camping trip leads the group to a hidden underground railway and a puzzling mystery.
Five Get into Trouble — Julian, Dick, and Anne find themselves captives of a suspicious gang while investigating a hideout in the hills.
Five Fall into Adventure — When George's father is kidnapped, the Five race to piece together clues and mount a daring rescue.
Five on a Hike Together — A countryside walking holiday turns tense when the children stumble upon a ring of counterfeiters.
Five Have a Wonderful Time — Staying in an old caravan near a quarry, the Five uncover a secretive gang operating nearby.
Five Go Down to the Sea — A Cornish coastal holiday introduces the Five to old wreckers' legends and present-day danger.
Five Go to Mystery Moor — A horse-riding holiday on a fog-covered moor leads to a mystery involving a traveling gypsy camp.
Five Have Plenty of Fun — The arrival of a wealthy American visitor brings a kidnapping plot right to the Five's doorstep.
Five on a Secret Trail — Camping near an old ruin, the group follows a mysterious trail that hints at long-hidden secrets.
Five Go to Billycock Hill — A hiking holiday near a restricted airfield draws the Five into a mystery involving strange comings and goings.
Five Get into a Fix — Foggy weather in Wales sets the stage for the Five to uncover a smuggling operation along the coast.
Five on Finniston Farm — A stay on an old farm introduces legends of a hidden family treasure and a ghostly reputation.
Five Go to Demon's Rocks — A remote lighthouse holiday turns dangerous when the Five uncover a kidnapping scheme.
Five Have a Mystery to Solve — A summer stay at a crumbling old house leads the group to hidden passages and long-buried clues.
Five Are Together Again — In the series finale, the reunited cousins and Timmy work together to foil one last kidnapping plot.
About the Author
Enid Blyton (1897-1968) was an English children's author whose work has shaped generations of young readers around the world. Over her career she wrote more than 700 books, and her stories, including the Famous Five, the Secret Seven, and Noddy, have sold over 600 million copies and been translated into dozens of languages. Blyton became known for brisk, imaginative storytelling built around friendship, adventure, and mystery. The Famous Five, first published in 1942, remains one of her most enduring creations, cherished by parents who grew up on the series and now share it with their own children.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete 21-book set delivers decades of trusted, gentle adventure in one paperback bundle, perfect for birthdays, holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, or building a classroom or home reading library. With Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy leading every tale, young readers gain confidence, imagination, and a genuine love of chapter books that lasts well beyond childhood.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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