<p>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.<br><br>The collection includes one of Farjeon''s most famous and charming stories, ''Elsie Piddock Skips in Her Sleep.<br><br>This classic, magical collection will be loved by adults and children alike - perfect for bedtime reading.</p>