The Singing Mouse Stories by Emerson Hough
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| Author | Hough, Emerson, 1857-1923 |
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| Illustrator | Bunker, Mayo |
| Title | The Singing Mouse Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The land of the singing mouse -- The burden of a song -- The little river -- What the waters said -- Lake Belle-Marie -- The skull and the rose -- The man of the mountain -- At the place of the oaks -- The birth of the hours -- The stone that had no thought -- The tear and the smile -- How the mountains ate up the plains -- The savage and its heart -- The beast terrible -- The passing of men -- The house of Truth -- Where the city went -- The bell and the shadows -- Of the greatest sorrow -- The shoes of the Princess -- Of white moths -- The House of Dreams. |
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| Summary | "The Singing Mouse Stories" by Emerson Hough is a collection of whimsical and philosophical tales woven with elements of fantasy, written in the early 20th century. The narratives center on a mysterious singing mouse and its ability to transport the protagonist into enchanting realms of memory, peace, and introspection, providing reflections on life, nature, and human experience. At the start of the collection, the narrator introduces a setting that serves as his sanctuary, where he regularly communes with the enchanting Singing Mouse. The mouse, a diminutive yet powerful character, sings songs that evoke vivid imagery and emotions, taking the narrator on a journey through idyllic landscapes and timeless memories. Through its song, the mouse reveals themes of nostalgia, the beauty of nature, and the deep bonds of friendship. The opening portion sets the tone for a series of stories that promise a blend of magic and philosophical musings, inviting readers to explore their own memories and the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21004 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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