P. T. Barnum's Menagerie by P. T. Barnum and Sarah J. Burke

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Author Barnum, P. T. (Phineas Taylor), 1810-1891
Author Burke, Sarah J.
Title P. T. Barnum's Menagerie
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Emmy, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "P. T. Barnum's Menagerie" by P. T. Barnum and Sarah J. Burke is a children's illustrated book written in the late 19th century. This delightful work introduces young readers to the wonders of a menagerie, showcasing various animals and their characteristics through the eyes of three children, Tom, Trixie, and Gay, who accompany Mr. Barnum on a lively adventure. The book blends education and entertainment, aiming to ignite the imagination of children with the magical world of wildlife. Throughout the narrative, the children explore a vibrant menagerie filled with fascinating creatures, such as elephants, lions, giraffes, and more, all while engaging in playful dialogue about the animals and their behaviors. Tom exhibits bravado, dreaming of becoming a buffalo hunter, while Trixie displays curiosity and a touch of fear when encountering fierce creatures like tigers. The text is interspersed with amusing observations and lighthearted interactions among the characters, often highlighting the children's innocence and eagerness to learn. The story concludes as their adventure ends, leaving them with cherished memories of their day at the menagerie, further enticing readers with the joy of discovering nature's wonders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Circus -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Storytelling -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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