Author |
Cupples, George, Mrs., 1839-1898 |
Title |
Carry's Rose; or, the Magic of Kindness. A Tale for the Young
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Note |
Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
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Summary |
"Carry's Rose; or, the Magic of Kindness. A Tale for the Young" by Cupples is a children’s novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of kindness, family relationships, and moral growth through the interactions between siblings. It emphasizes the importance of compassion and the impact of kind actions, especially in the context of a young girl's life with her brother. The narrative centers around Caroline Ashcroft and her brother Herbert. Caroline is excited about Herbert's return from school, but their time together is challenged by Herbert's tendency to tease and annoy her. Throughout the story, Caroline maintains her sweet disposition despite Herbert's teasing, demonstrating kindness and forgiveness. As the tale progresses, Herbert's behavior is critiqued, leading to moments of reflection and ultimately to his growth as he realizes the importance of being kind, especially towards his sister. The story culminates in Herbert's effort to surprise Caroline with a special gift, symbolizing his acknowledgment of her kindness and his commitment to being a better brother. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
20896 |
Release Date |
Mar 25, 2007 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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