Author |
Brooke, L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie), 1862-1940 |
Title |
The Golden Goose Book
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Note |
Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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Contents |
The golden goose -- The story of the three bears -- The story of the three little pigs -- Tom Thumb.
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Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
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Summary |
"The Golden Goose Book" by L. Leslie Brooke is a collection of classic children's stories published in the early 20th century. This charming compilation features well-known tales such as "The Golden Goose," "The Three Bears," "The Three Little Pigs," and "Tom Thumb," all brought to life with engaging illustrations. The book encapsulates the timeless themes of kindness, cleverness, and moral lessons, making it a delightful read for young audiences. The first story, "The Golden Goose," follows a young simpleton who, through his kindness, is rewarded with luck and ultimately wins the heart of a princess. In "The Three Bears," a curious girl named Goldilocks enters the home of the bears, leading to humorous consequences. "The Three Little Pigs" presents the classic battle of wits between the pigs and a wolf, showcasing the importance of hard work and preparation. Lastly, "Tom Thumb" recounts the adventurous life of a tiny boy who encounters various challenges and finds his place at King Arthur's court. Through engaging storytelling and memorable characters, this book blends whimsy and valuable life lessons, making it a timeless addition to any child's library. (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 |
Fairy tales
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
15661 |
Release Date |
Apr 20, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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