The Red Cow and Her Friends by Peter McArthur
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| Author | McArthur, Peter, 1866-1924 |
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| LoC No. | 19005782 |
| Title | The Red Cow and Her Friends |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Red Cow and Her Friends" by Peter McArthur is a collection of pastoral sketches written in the early 20th century. This light-hearted work depicts life on a farm, particularly focusing on the various farm animals and the mishaps involving them, especially the titular red cow, Fenceviewer I. Through a series of humorous anecdotes, the author explores themes of rural life, animal behavior, and the challenges faced by farmers. At the start of the collection, McArthur introduces readers to the struggles of caring for a sick cow, detailing the humorous attempts to diagnose and treat her ailments while reflecting on the challenges of animal husbandry. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the cow's habits, the farmer's interventions, and the trials that come with livestock management. This opening sets the tone for the light-hearted anecdotes that characterize the book, showcasing the interplay of humor and practicality in farm life as the author navigates the antics of his beloved animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| Subject | Domestic animals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48129 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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