A Strange Island

' A Strange Island' is Alcott' s take on many Mother Goose characters and tales, Mother Goose being the anonymous poet and writer behind timeless pieces such as ' Jack and Jill', ' Baa Baa Black Sheep' and ' Humpty Dumpty'. The tales are perfect for all ages and are jam packed with uplifting anecdotes and soothing moral messages. Alcott incorporates her own characters into these legendary tales to create something wholly new and fantastical, perfect for a quick, joyful nights reading or anyone looking for a trip down memory lane.