Magic City

First published in 1910, “The Magic City” is a children''s novel by Edith Nesbit. Philip''s world is turned upside down when his older sister and only remaining family member marries, forcing him to move in with his new step sister, Lucy. When his sister is off honeymooning, Philip entertains himself by building a miniature city out of household objects including books, game pieces, bowls, etc. Ho...