Toni, the Little Woodcarver by Johanna Spyri
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| Author | Spyri, Johanna, 1827-1901 |
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| Translator | Dole, Helen B. |
| LoC No. | 20015071 |
| Title | Toni, the Little Woodcarver |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Michael Ciesielski, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Toni, the Little Woodcarver" by Johanna Spyri is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around a young boy named Toni who, despite experiencing the tragic loss of his father at a tender age, grows up in a loving household where his mother, Elsbeth, encourages his artistic talents. The story delves into Toni's heartfelt journey from childhood to adolescence, emphasizing themes of perseverance, love, hardship, and the development of his woodcarving skills. The narrative unfolds as Toni, initially a cheerful and helpful boy, faces the challenges that arise after his father's untimely death. His mother, struggling to make ends meet, eventually sends him away for work as he grows older. However, Toni finds solace in carving wood, inspired by his natural talent and determination. As the seasons change, his experiences on the mountain, coupled with a significant bout of depression following intense thunderstorm fears, lead him to a sanitarium for recovery. It's there that his deep bond with his mother is reestablished, fostering a transformative healing journey. Ultimately, Toni's passion for woodcarving is reignited, leading to a promising future where he joyfully returns home, equipped with new skills and opportunities, underscoring the power of love and art in overcoming life's difficulties. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Peasants -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14128 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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