| Author |
Meade, L. T., 1854-1914 |
| Author |
Browne, Maggie, 1864-1937 |
| Author |
Manwell, M. B. |
| Illustrator |
Dixon, Arthur A. (Arthur Augustus), 1872-1959 |
| Title |
A Big Temptation
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
A big temptation / by L.T. Meade -- The other Carews / by M.B. Manwell -- Kurus : the king of the cannibal islands / by Maggie Browne.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
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| Summary |
"A Big Temptation" by L. T. Meade, Maggie Brown, and M. B. Manwell is a fictional children's story written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around themes of childhood innocence, adventure, and moral lessons, showcasing the spirit of young characters who face challenges and temptations in their lives. It highlights the longing for freedom and joy amidst the constraints of a difficult upbringing. The story follows a young girl named Netty, who becomes the caretaker of her sickly baby cousin, Dan. Netty's brother, Ben, entices her with the possibility of a day trip to Southend for a seaside treat, which leads to the children devising a plan to sneak away. Despite challenges, including Netty's moral dilemma of taking Dan along, the siblings embark on an adventure that culminates in a joyful yet fraught day at the beach. However, Dan's health suffers from the treats he consumes, prompting Netty to seek help. The narrative emphasizes the consequences of their actions but ultimately conveys a message of forgiveness and understanding as the children learn important lessons about responsibility, care, and family bonds. (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 |
Children's stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25467 |
| Release Date |
May 14, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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