The Enchanted Wood

by Enid Blyton
The Enchanted Wood cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Children's Fiction
Technical
  • ID: 3226
  • Added: 2025-10-17
  • Updated: 2025-10-17
  • Publisher: DigiCat
  • Published: 2022-08-01
  • Reviews: 3

Enid Blyton's The Enchanted Wood invites readers into a whimsical realm filled with fantastical creatures and vivid descriptions, making it a captivating tale for young readers. Set against the backdrop of an imagined wood, the story reflects the early 20th-century British literary context, where nature and imagination were celebrated amidst industrialization. Blyton's child-friendly prose and understanding of children's experiences make this book a timeless treasure that champions themes of friendship, courage, and the joys of childhood. The book is highly recommended for children and parents alike, as it beautifully encapsulates the allure of whimsy and imagination, encouraging readers to embrace adventure and appreciate the magic that resides in nature. Drawing on her own childhood memories of exploration and adventure, Blyton created The Enchanted Wood as part of her broader oeuvre aimed at sparking imagination and curiosity within her young audience. Her vivid narrative style and engaging storytelling make this book a perfect bedtime story or a delightful read-aloud for family bonding.

Reviews
The Bookwormery · 2020-12-31
exciting 4.00

The book is noted for its fast-paced adventures and exciting storytelling. The reviewer enjoys the continuous adventures and the engaging narrative.

The reviewer from The Bookwormery highlights the fast-paced nature of The Enchanted Wood, noting that it is filled with adventure after adventure. They appreciate the engaging narrative and the exciting storytelling that keeps readers hooked. The book is seen as a delightful read that brings back childhood memories and is perfect for sharing with grandchildren. The reviewer thinks it's a timeless story that continues to captivate young readers with its imaginative and adventurous elements.

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    As with all the books I've been re-visiting over the last couple of months it is very fast paced with adventure after adventure

    The lands were always exciting and the books always end on a very fun land.

    The writing may seem a little dated now, I have the version I read

World of Blyton · Laura · 2014-07-16
lovely 4.50

The book is described as a fun series with good ideas and a touch of darkness. The reviewer finds it lovely and engaging.

Laura from World of Blyton finds The Enchanted Wood to be a fun and engaging series. She appreciates the good ideas woven into the story and the fair amount of darkness that adds depth to the adventures. The reviewer thinks the book is lovely and perfect for young readers who enjoy a mix of excitement and a bit of mystery. They believe it's a timeless story that continues to captivate children and adults alike.

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    A fun series of books, with good ideas, and a fair helping of darkness woven into them.

    Lovely.

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The Guardian · ChristopherW · 2011-08-02
exciting 4.00

Enid Blyton's writing is praised for creating exciting places and adventures. The reviewer highlights the imaginative and engaging nature of the book.

The reviewer from The Guardian has a lot of love for Enid Blyton's writing, particularly in this book. They appreciate how she invents exciting places and adventures for her characters, making the story very engaging. The book's ability to captivate young readers is highlighted, with a focus on the imaginative and adventurous elements that make it a timeless classic. They think the book is a delightful read that brings back childhood memories and is perfect for sharing with grandchildren.

Quick quotes

    Enid Blyton's writing is very good, she invents exciting places and adventures for her characters to have.

    The wood of the title was an extraordinary place.

    Three middle-class urban children - in BlytonWorld, small girls always had ringlets and were

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