| Author |
Stockton, Frank R., 1834-1902 |
| Title |
Round-about Rambles in Lands of Fact and Fancy
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| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sankar Viswanathan, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Round-about Rambles in Lands of Fact and Fancy" by Frank R. Stockton is a collection of whimsical explorations and imaginative narratives written in the late 19th century. This engaging work invites readers, especially younger audiences, to embark on a series of adventures that blend reality with fantasy, traversing various enchanting locations and experiences. The opening sets the tone for a lively journey filled with curious creatures, delightful stories, and informative observations, appealing to both the inquisitive mind and the spirit of adventure. The opening of the collection begins with an enthusiastic invitation for readers to join in on a variety of excursions, promising a mix of familiar settings and extraordinary encounters. Stockton emphasizes an adventurous spirit, particularly highlighting the joys of winter activities in the woods, such as hunting and exploring. The narrative vividly describes the thrill of a day spent in nature, relishing the camaraderie among friends and the excitement of unexpected discoveries. With its imaginative premise, the introduction implies that the ensuing tales will continue to blend educational content with entertaining storytelling, captivating the imaginations of its audience. (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 |
Natural history -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Animals -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Curiosities and wonders -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Physical sciences -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17582 |
| Release Date |
Jan 23, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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