The Cozy Lion: As Told by Queen Crosspatch by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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| Author | Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 |
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| Illustrator | Cady, Harrison, 1877-1970 |
| Title | The Cozy Lion: As Told by Queen Crosspatch |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Cozy Lion: As Told by Queen Crosspatch" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a whimsical children's story written in the early 20th century. The book follows the enchanting adventures of a lion who desires to be part of society and befriend children, despite the fears that his presence instills in the villagers. Set in a fantastical universe where fairies interact with animals, the story explores themes of acceptance, behavior modification, and the importance of kindness. In this tale, the Cozy Lion finds himself lamenting his loneliness after moving to a cave near a village filled with children. His desire for companionship clashes with the inherent fear he instills in the townsfolk, who take measures to protect their children from him. Enter Queen Crosspatch, a fairy who confronts the lion and helps him realize that to gain friends, he must change his fierce behavior and appetites. Through whimsical dialogue and charming scenarios, the lion ultimately learns to embrace a kinder nature, becoming a beloved village companion rather than a feared predator. The story concludes with the lion's joyful transformation into a source of happiness for the children and a staple of village activities, illustrating that true friendship comes from understanding and kindness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fantasy literature |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Fairies -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Selfishness -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Temper -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Lion -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42366 |
| Release Date | Mar 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 90 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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