The History of Tom Thumb and Other Stories. by Anonymous
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| Author | Anonymous |
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| 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 | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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