Oswald Bastable and Others by E. Nesbit

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Author Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924
Illustrator Brock, C. E. (Charles Edmund), 1870-1938
Illustrator Millar, H. R. (Harold Robert), 1869-1942
Title Oswald Bastable and Others
Note Reading ease score: 88.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents An object of value and virtue -- The runaways -- The arsenicators: a tale of crime -- The enchanceried house -- Molly, the measles, and the missing will -- Billy and William -- The twopenny spell -- Showing off; or, the looking-glass boy -- The ring and the lamp -- The charmed life; or, the princess and the lift-man -- Billy the King -- The princess and the cat -- The white horse -- Sir Christopher Cockleshell -- Muscadel.
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Summary "Oswald Bastable and Others" by E. Nesbit is a collection of children's stories set in the late 19th century. The book follows the adventures of Oswald Bastable and his siblings as they engage in various mischiefs and imaginative escapades. Their stories explore themes of childhood curiosity, familial bonds, and moral dilemmas, likely appealing to readers who enjoy whimsical tales about youth and innocence. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Oswald and his siblings, who have recently left their home in Lewisham to live with their Indian uncle in Blackheath. The chapter details the children's Christmas presents, including a remarkable printing press, which sparks their imaginations. As Oswald and his brother Dicky set off on their adventures, they unintentionally cause a workman to fall from a ladder, leading to feelings of guilt and attempts to make amends through fundraising efforts for the injured man. This opening sets an engaging tone with humor and innocence, promising readers a journey filled with unique challenges and youthful adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Children's stories
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 28804
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2018
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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