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Wishbone Classics — Multiple Authors

Wishbone Classics Series in Order: 12 books

  • Don Quixote

    Michael Burgan
    Book - 1

    A young reader's edition of the classic story follows the adventures of the eccentric would-be-knight Don Quixote and his trusty sidekick, Sancho Panza, as they battle real and imaginary foes. Original....

  • The Odyssey

    Joanne Mattern
    Book - 2

    A young reader's retelling of the adventures of the Greek warrior Odysseus includes such stories as his post-Trojan War return to Ithaca, his outmaneuvering of the sea god Poseidon, and his conquering of the fearsome Cyclops. Original....

  • Romeo and Juliet

    Billy Aronson
    Book - 3

    A young reader's introduction to the famous Shakespearean tragic romance follows the endeavors of Romeo and Juliet, who enter into a relationship that is forbidden by their feuding families and who pursue a doomed marriage. Original....

  • Joan of Arc

    Patrice Selene
    Book - 4

    Meet Joan, a peasant child who hears heavenly voices telling her to save her beloved France. She becomes a soldier destined to lead her people against brutal English invaders. Will anyone listen to this poor, uneducated girl? How can she ever hope t...

  • Oliver Twist

    Joanne Mattern
    Book - 5

    A Little canine orphan, Oliver Twist runs away to London when he is falsely accused of fighting and is taken into Fagin's band of thieves, where he is beaten, shot, and left for dead, but when wealthy patrons help him search for his parents, Fagin re...

  • The Adventures of Robin Hood

    Joanne Mattern
    Book - 6

    Taken under the wing of legendary hero Robin Hood in Sherwood Forest, young peasant boy Gilbert witnesses the Merry Men's quest for justice for the poor and freedom for the good King Richard. Original....

  • Frankenstein

    Michael Burgan
    Book - 7

    A dog named Wishbone retells the classic horror tale of brilliant young scientist Victor Frankenstein, who discovers the secret to bringing a creature to life, only to create a horrifying beast. Original....

  • The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

    Joanne Mattern
    Book - 8

  • A Journey to the Center of the Earth

    Billy Aronson
    Book - 9



  • The Red Badge of Courage

    Michael Burgan
    Book - 10

    A young reader's edition of the classic story follows the story of Henry Fleming, who dreams of Civil War glory before entering his first battle, an event that causes him to face his fears and the harsh realities of the war. Original....

  • The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

    Stephen Fuentes
    Book - 11

    Come along with Wishbone as he sniffs out hidden treasure with Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn in Mark Twain's classic story of boyhood adventure.

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  • Ivanhoe

    Joanne Mattern
    Book - 12

    Let television's canine hero Wishbone be your tour guide! Meet Ivanhoe, a noble and courageous knight. After bravely serving in the Crusades, he returns to England and becomes entangled in a series of adventures. With the help of Robin Hood and...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

There are 12 books in the Wishbone Classics series.

The Wishbone Classics series does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Ivanhoe (Book 12), was published in January 1997.

The first book in the Wishbone Classics series, Don Quixote, was published in March 1996.

The Wishbone Classics series primarily falls into the Suspense genre. This middle grade series was written for ages 8-12, but can be enjoyed by older readers as well.