Tales of the Toys, Told by Themselves by Frances Freeling Broderip
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| Author | Broderip, Frances Freeling, 1830-1878 |
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| Illustrator | Hood, Tom, 1835-1874 |
| Title | Tales of the Toys, Told by Themselves |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Tales of the Toys, Told by Themselves" by Frances Freeling Broderip is a collection of children's stories likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative features various toys that come to life and share their unique stories and experiences. The main characters include a lively ball, a whimsical hoop, and a melancholy doll, among others, as they explore the themes of adventure, companionship, and growth during their playful lives. The opening of the narrative introduces us to a family, the Spensers, who are preparing for a holiday at Sandbay. Amidst the excitement and preparation, the children, especially Frank, eagerly anticipate their adventure. The story quickly shifts to the toy cupboard, where a collection of toys, including the Ball, Doll, and various others, begin to awaken from their long, forgotten slumber. The Ball leads the group in voicing their opinions and deciding to share their stories, setting the stage for a rich tapestry of tales that reflect their personalities and histories. This charming beginning encapsulates a delightful blend of whimsy and nostalgia, inviting readers into a world where toys have their own adventures. (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 | Toys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33368 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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