The Practical Joke; Or, The Christmas Story of Uncle Ned by Anonymous
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
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| Illustrator | Howland, William |
| Title | The Practical Joke; Or, The Christmas Story of Uncle Ned |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Practical Joke; Or, The Christmas Story of Uncle Ned" by Anonymous is a children's story written in the 19th century. This book presents a charming narrative centered around children's experiences and the joys of Christmas. It reflects the spirit of the holiday season and the innocence of childhood. The story unfolds on a Christmas night when children gather around Uncle Ned, who is invited to share a tale. The narrative revisits Uncle Ned's youth, focusing on a fateful Christmas evening when he and his friends embark on an ice-skating adventure. In an attempt to play a harmless prank on his friend Jack, Uncle Ned inadvertently leads him into danger when the ice gives way, resulting in a near-drowning incident. The incident serves as a pivotal moment in the story, emphasizing the importance of caution and the potential consequences of mischief while also celebrating the camaraderie and warmth of the holiday season. Ultimately, the story conveys meaningful lessons about friendship, safety, and the true essence of Christmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Practical jokes -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32430 |
| Release Date | May 19, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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