Sparrow the tramp: A fable for children by Lily F. Wesselhoeft
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About this eBook
| Author | Wesselhoeft, Lily F., 1840-1919 |
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| Illustrator | Walcott, Jessie McDermott, 1857-1907 |
| Title | Sparrow the tramp: A fable for children |
| Original Publication | United States: Little, Brown and Company,1888,reprint 1902. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | D A Alexander, Dorothy Scrafford Whaley (who received the book on her sixth birthday, October 16th, 1912, and bequeathed the book to her granddaughter, the PM and PP for the book), and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Sparrow the Tramp: A Fable for Children" by Lily F. Wesselhoeft is a children's fable written in the early 20th century. The story features charming characters such as the mischievous Posy and her brother Tom, who encounter various animals, including a barn-cat, a house-cat, and a sparrow. The narrative promises delightful adventures as these characters navigate various situations, often highlighting themes of kindness, curiosity, and the magic of childhood. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to the lively dynamics in the Winton household, where the children, Posy and Tom, engage in playful mischief while preparing for breakfast. Their antics spark conversations around the house, involving their pets and various animals that add to the charm of the narrative. Among the characters, the barn-cat and the house-cat engage in a rivalry, with the introduction of a cunning rat named Graywhisker who lurks in the background, plotting mischief. This opening sets the stage for an enchanting tale filled with humorous exchanges, endearing characters, and an exploration of themes related to friendship and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cats -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Parrots -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Pets -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Rats -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Theft -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Sparrows -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68899 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 50 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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