Wandering minstrel, Martin Pippin, encounters six little girls on his travels - who beg him to tell them stories. This he does whilst they are making daisy chains, and so his wonderful tales of magicians, mermaids, pirates and pigs are here-recounted.

The collection includes one of Farjeon's most famous and charming stories, 'Elsie Piddock Skips in Her Sleep.

This classic, magical collection will be loved by adults and children alike - perfect for bedtime reading.