Half-Past Bedtime

A secret hour of wonder awaits in Half-Past Bedtime a bedtime treasure that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Sir H. H. Bashford s Half-Past Bedtime is a luminous collection of whimsical bedtime stories, first published in the early 20th century, that invites children and adults alike into gentle, imaginative bedtime adventures for children. These charming tales blend playful fantasy with warm moral touchstones: talking animals, moonlit mischief, and snug domestic magic that make it perfect for family-friendly bedtime reading. Each story captures the cadence and intimacy of classic children's literature, offering short, lyrical narratives that soothe, surprise, and spark conversation long after the lamp is dimmed.

Long unavailable and beloved by a few, this title has been out of print for decades and is now lovingly republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today s and future generations, this edition preserves the text s original voice while honoring its historical charm making it more than a reprint. Richly presented for collectors, families, and readers of nostalgic children s stories, it s a cultural treasure and a collector s item that belongs on the shelf alongside other timeless bedtime classics.

Ideal for parents seeking gentle bedtime tales for kids, collectors of vintage children s books, and admirers of Sir H. H. Bashford books, Half-Past Bedtime is a restored, timeless collection of imaginative bedtime narratives and whimsical bedtime stories that revives the soul of early 20th century children s books.