The History of Tom Thumb and Other Stories. by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title The History of Tom Thumb and Other Stories.
Note Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits The Internet Archive Children's Library, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The History of Tom Thumb and Other Stories" by Anonymous is a collection of children's tales written during the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on the adventures of Tom Thumb, a tiny boy born to a ploughman and his wife who longed for a child. The story explores themes of cleverness, mischief, and resilience through Tom's various escapades, as he navigates a world filled with giants, royalty, and magical creatures. In the story, Tom Thumb, though no larger than his father's thumb, embarks on a series of thrilling adventures—being swallowed by a fish, amusing King Arthur's court, and even facing giants and cats. His sharp wit and cleverness help him escape perilous situations, showcasing his adventurous spirit. Each misadventure leads to humorous outcomes, like getting trapped in a pudding or a mouse trap, reflecting the whimsical nature of childhood fantasies. Ultimately, Tom's life ends in poignant tragedy as he faces the spider, leading to his mourning by the king and court, culminating in a tale that captures the imagination while imparting lessons about bravery and the brevity of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
Subject Children's stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 11092
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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