Lightfoot, the Leaping Goat: His Many Adventures by Richard Barnum
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About this eBook
| Author | Barnum, Richard |
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| Illustrator | Rogers, Walter S., 1871-1937 |
| Title | Lightfoot, the Leaping Goat: His Many Adventures |
| Series Title | Kneetime animal stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Lightfoot, the Leaping Goat: His Many Adventures" by Richard Barnum is a children's adventure story written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the lively exploits of Lightfoot, a spirited young goat who embarks on various adventures alongside his companions, including Blackie and Mike, the son of the Widow Malony. The story presents themes of curiosity, determination, and the importance of friendship, while inviting readers into the whimsical world of Lightfoot and his escapades. At the start of the tale, Lightfoot's ambition leads him to explore the high rocks near his home, much to the concerns of his fellow goats. Despite warnings, he attempts to ascend and eventually finds himself facing the challenge of a larger goat, Mr. Sharp-horn. In a bid to avoid being butted away, Lightfoot leaps over the rocky edge, which leads to a series of surprising circumstances, including a daring jump onto a nearby shanty. The opening sets the tone for a charming narrative filled with adventure and humor, as Lightfoot's journey unfolds through encounters with children, other animals, and a growing sense of his own capabilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Goats -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62020 |
| Release Date | May 4, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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