The Flamp, The Ameliorator, and The Schoolboy's Apprentice by E. V. Lucas
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| Author | Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938 |
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| Title | The Flamp, The Ameliorator, and The Schoolboy's Apprentice |
| Alternate Title | The Flamp, and other stories for children |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Flamp, The Ameliorator, and The Schoolboy's Apprentice" by E. V. Lucas is a collection of whimsical children’s stories written in the late 19th century. The stories unfold in imaginative realms filled with unusual creatures and moral lessons, conducive to the wonder of childhood curiosity and friendship. The first tale, "The Flamp," introduces two children, Tilsa and Tobene, who embark on an adventure that revolves around a misunderstood creature called the Flamp, exploring themes of kindness and empathy. The opening portion of the first story introduces readers to the siblings Tilsa and Tobene, two children who, after losing their parents, are brought to live with their grandfather, the Liglid of Ule. Here, they learn about the Flamp, a terrifying monster that comes to their city each Christmas, causing panic among the townsfolk, though its true nature is never fully revealed as menacing. During breakfast, they learn that the Flamp doesn’t eat anyone, and while they are warned to stay quiet and locked up during its visit, the children express a budding curiosity about the creature, leading to a determinative feeling in Tilsa that offers a twist on empathy, believing the Flamp simply seeks sympathy. Thus, the dynamic journey toward understanding and friendship with the Flamp begins with the children's desire to connect with the misunderstood being, setting the stage for a tale rich in imaginative exploration and heartfelt sentiment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30445 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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