Paul Bunyan by James Stevens
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About this eBook
| Author | Stevens, James, 1892-1971 |
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| Illustrator | Lewis, Allen, 1873-1957 |
| LoC No. | 25026440 |
| Title | Paul Bunyan |
| Original Publication | United States: Garden City Publishing Co., Inc., 1925. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Paul Bunyan" by James Stevens is a collection of folklore tales written in the early 20th century. The book explores the legendary adventures of Paul Bunyan, a towering figure in American folklore known for his extraordinary feats as a lumberjack, inventing the logging industry alongside his loyal companion, Babe the blue ox. Stevens narrates this iconic character's mythos, capturing the essence of the rugged and adventurous spirit of the early American logging camps. At the start of the narrative, we learn about Paul Bunyan's origins, rooted in the historical context of the Papineau Rebellion and manifesting as a legendary hero among loggers. The introductory chapters set the stage for Bunyan's legendary stature, sharing anecdotes of his heroic strength and the whimsical, grand tales that surround him. We also meet his blue ox, an integral companion, essential to his logging endeavors. The narrative paints a vivid picture of life in the logging camps, highlighting the camaraderie, struggles, and the legendary status Bunyan achieved through his heroic and often humorous exploits, thus inviting readers into the rich tapestry of American folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Bunyan, Paul (Legendary character) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70060 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2023 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 19, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 172 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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