An Entertaining History of Tom Thumb by Unknown
"An Entertaining History of Tom Thumb" by Unknown is a whimsical children’s story written during the 19th century. This narrative falls into the category of children's literature, showcasing the adventures of a tiny hero named Tom Thumb. The book provides a delightful exploration of fantasy and imagination, centered around Tom's exploits in a magical world filled with fairytales. The story begins in the reign of King Arthur, where Tom Thumb is born
to a couple longing for a child. Despite his small stature, Tom embarks on various adventures, encountering a farmer's wife, a cow, a raven, and even a fish. His journey sees him being knighted by King Arthur and facing numerous challenges, including battles with a spider that ultimately leads to his demise. Through his escapades, Tom exhibits bravery and cleverness, capturing the hearts of readers as he navigates a world of giants, enchanted creatures, and royal courts. The tale concludes with a poignant tribute to his life, celebrating both his remarkably small size and his grand spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Title |
An Entertaining History of Tom Thumb William Raine's Edition |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Nursery rhymes |
| Subject | Picture books for children |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24795 |
| Release Date | Mar 10, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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