Old Wonder-Eyes, and Other Stories for Children by Lippincott and Greenwood

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Author Lippincott, L. K. (Leander K.)
Author Greenwood, Grace, 1823-1904
Title Old Wonder-Eyes, and Other Stories for Children
Note Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Old Wonder-Eyes -- Old Horace and my little pig Humpy -- The rooster-mother -- My aunt's present -- A curious dog story -- Willie Watson -- The tale of our kite -- Philip Annesley's return -- Snowdrop -- My first day in trowsers -- The stolen birds' nest -- The story of Grace Darling -- Hymn.
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Summary "Old Wonder-Eyes, and Other Stories for Children" by Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Lippincott is a collection of children's stories written in the mid-19th century. This delightful anthology includes engaging tales that explore themes of love, loss, and companionship, featuring memorable characters like the gentle girl Minnie and her pet owl, Wonder-Eyes. The collection aims to capture the imagination of young readers, teaching valuable lessons through heartwarming narratives and charming illustrations. The opening of this collection introduces a narrator visiting friends in the English countryside, where they discover a grumpy old owl named Wonder-Eyes, once beloved by a sweet girl named Minnie. The narrator learns Minnie's touching story, revealing her loving nature and how she befriended the surly owl despite his disdain for others. As Minnie's health declines, she expresses concern for Wonder-Eyes's future, leading to a poignant portrayal of their bond. This opening sets the stage for the themes of the collection, emphasizing the enduring connection between humans and animals, as well as the impact of love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Short stories
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children's stories
Subject Country life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 48290
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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