Little Downy: The History of a Field-Mouse by Catharine Parr Strickland Traill

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Author Traill, Catharine Parr Strickland, 1802-1899
Title Little Downy: The History of a Field-Mouse
Note Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Little Downy: The History of a Field-Mouse" by Catharine Parr Strickland Traill is a moral tale aimed at children, written in the early 19th century. The book narrates the adventures and misadventures of a field mouse named Downy, emphasizing themes of prudence, industriousness, and the consequences of idleness and disobedience. It serves as an allegory for children to learn important life lessons through the experiences of its animal characters. The story begins with a young boy named Alfred whose cake is eaten by a mouse, leading to a discussion with his mother about cruelty toward animals. This segues into the tale of Downy, a field mouse who faces various challenges as she tries to find safety and food after her family is killed. As Downy navigates the dangers of her environment, including predators and traps, she learns the importance of hard work and caution. Eventually, she befriends a male mouse named Silket, but their life together becomes complicated as Silket's mischievous behavior leads to further troubles. In the end, Downy loses both her mate and her daughter Velvet, reinforcing the story's central message on the need for responsibility and care towards others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Mice -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 27239
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Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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