New History of the Life and Adventures of Tom Thumb by Babcock, Sidney and Anderson
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About this eBook
| Publisher | Babcock, Sidney, 1797?-1884 |
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| Illustrator | Anderson, Alexander, 1775-1870 |
| Title | New History of the Life and Adventures of Tom Thumb |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "New History of the Life and Adventures of Tom Thumb" by Babcock, Sidney and Anderson is a children's story written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the whimsical and fantastical adventures of a tiny boy named Tom Thumb, who is no bigger than a man's thumb. It blends elements of fairy tales and folklore, appealing to the imagination of young readers during a time when children's literature was evolving. The story begins with the famous magician Merlin granting a plowman’s wife her wish for a child, resulting in the birth of Tom Thumb. His adventures are filled with mischief and intrigue, as he encounters a series of mishaps, including being accidentally cooked in a pudding, swallowed by a fish, and saved by the king after being found inside the fish. Tom ultimately gains favor at King Arthur's court, experiencing fame and fortune. However, his tale takes a tragic turn when he is killed by a spider's bite, prompting mourning from the king and court. The narrative captures the essence of both adventure and moral lessons, making it a cherished tale for children. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58714 |
| Release Date | Jan 17, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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