Kisington Town by Abbie Farwell Brown
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About this eBook
| Author | Brown, Abbie Farwell, 1871-1927 |
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| Illustrator | Winckler, Ruby, 1886- |
| Title | Kisington Town |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Meredith Dixon and Melissa Reid |
| Summary | "Kisington Town" by Abbie Farwell Brown is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the whimsical kingdom of Kisington, focusing on the life of Harold, a bright and well-loved boy who cherishes books and reading. As tensions rise with the arrival of Red Rex, a formidable king determined to lay siege to Kisington, the townspeople must rely on Harold's reading skills and his bond with the Librarian to potentially save their peaceful community with the power of stories. The opening of the narrative introduces Harold, a spirited youth who excels at various activities and has a deep passion for literature, often reading aloud to his mother and friends. The tranquility of Kisington is soon disrupted by the warlike intentions of King Red Rex, who seeks to conquer the town simply for his amusement. As the siege begins, Harold finds himself at the center of a daring plan devised by the townspeople, which involves engaging the king through the stories he loves, showcasing the magic and importance of reading as a means of diplomacy. The stage is set for an adventure that intertwines themes of bravery, friendship, and the transformative power of narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fantasy literature |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41729 |
| Release Date | Dec 28, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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