Max and Maurice: A Juvenile History in Seven Tricks by Wilhelm Busch
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About this eBook
| Author | Busch, Wilhelm, 1832-1908 |
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| Translator | Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883 |
| Title | Max and Maurice: A Juvenile History in Seven Tricks |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Max and Maurice: A Juvenile History in Seven Tricks" by Wilhelm Busch is a whimsical children's book written in the late 19th century. This notable work is illustrated and presented in rhymed verses, narrating the mischievous adventures of two boys, Max and Maurice, who delight in playing pranks that lead to unexpected and often comical consequences. The book explores themes of childhood folly and the repercussions of unruly behavior, blending humor with moral lessons in a manner that appeals to both children and adults. In this engaging tale, the story unfolds through seven tricks that Max and Maurice devise, each more daring than the last. From teasing a widow to causing trouble for a tailor and a baker, the boys gleefully engage in antics that end up causing distress to the townsfolk. However, their mischievous actions culminate in a series of unfortunate events, leading to their ultimate downfall as they fall victim to their schemes. Through clever rhymes and vibrant illustrations, Busch captures the essence of childhood mischief while imparting a cautionary message about the importance of civility and the consequences of one’s actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Wit and humor |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Practical jokes -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28847 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 257 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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