The Quilt that Jack Built; How He Won the Bicycle by Annie F. Johnston

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Author Johnston, Annie F. (Annie Fellows), 1863-1931
Illustrator Barry, Etheldred B. (Etheldred Breeze), 1870-1967
Title The Quilt that Jack Built; How He Won the Bicycle
Note Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Quilt that Jack Built; How He Won the Bicycle" by Annie F. Johnston is a children's story originally published in the early 20th century. This book falls within the category of juvenile fiction and reflects themes of hard work, honesty, and the importance of keeping one’s promises. The narrative captures the spirit of childhood ambitions and the moral lessons inherent in personal endeavors. The storyline revolves around a young boy named Johnny Marshall, who, eager to buy a rifle, decides to piece together a quilt to earn the necessary money. His determination leads to the involvement of his friends, as he forms a secret society to help him in his task. When he unexpectedly finishes ahead of schedule, he realizes that much of the quilt was created by others, challenging his sense of pride and accomplishment. In a parallel narrative, another boy, Todd Walters, aspires for a bicycle and learns to embody the virtues of diligence and faithfulness through a contest prompted by a kind judge. The stories intertwine as they reveal important lessons about integrity, the emotional value of work, and the significance of a good name over material possessions. Ultimately, both boys experience growth and personal triumphs through their hard work and commitment to their values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 17214
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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