The Old Oak Tree by Miss Moncrieff
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| Author | Moncrieff, Miss |
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| Title | The Old Oak Tree |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Old Oak Tree" by Miss Moncrieff is a charming children's tale written in the late 19th century. This story is designed for a young audience, featuring delightful woodland characters and addressing themes of community, the consequences of envy, and the importance of harmonious living. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque park, it unfolds the adventures and interactions of the animals living in and around an ancient oak tree. The narrative follows Bunny the Rabbit, Jerry the Squirrel, Cozie Cowl the Owl, and a variety of birds who coexist peacefully until the disruptive arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Jay. These newcomers introduce discord, prompting questions about each character's living conditions and instilling doubt in the once contented community. As tensions rise and the harmony of the Old Oak is threatened, the Squire ultimately decides to remove the noisy Jays, thereby restoring peace. The story closes with a celebration among the remaining animals as they reflect on their bond and the lessons learned about acceptance and the perils of gossip and envy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Trees -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62682 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 51 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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