The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast by William Roscoe
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| Author | Roscoe, William, 1753-1831 |
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| Commentator | Welsh, Charles, 1850-1914 |
| Title | The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast" by William Roscoe is a children's poem published in the early 19th century, around the year 1808. This engaging work can be classified as a children’s poetry book, and it focuses on the delightful gatherings of various insects and animals in a whimsical celebration, appealing to young minds with its vibrant portrayals and rhythmic verse. The poem opens with an invitation to a festive event led by a character named Robert, who along with his companions, heads to the Butterfly's Ball. The story unfolds as a diverse array of creatures, including beetles, grasshoppers, and a snail, join together for a feast under a grand oak tree. Each character brings unique characteristics and flair to the party, with engaging encounters like a spider displaying acrobatic skills and a glow-worm illuminating the gathering. Through its playful language and charming illustrations, the narrative encapsulates themes of camaraderie and amusement among nature's whimsical inhabitants, making it a delightful read for children and a noteworthy classic in children's literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Insects -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20860 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 167 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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