Author |
Hutcheson, John C. (John Conroy) |
Title |
Teddy The Story of a Little Pickle
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Note |
Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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Summary |
"Teddy: The Story of a Little Pickle" by John Conran Hutcheson is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a spirited young boy named Teddy, who frequently finds himself in misadventures due to his independent and mischievous nature. The narrative captures the innocence and whimsicality of childhood through Teddy's escapades and interactions with various characters, including his nurse Mary and the friendly porter, Jupp. The opening of the story introduces Teddy at a railway station, where he is discovered by a porter named Jupp, who is puzzled by Teddy's request to "do d'an'ma," indicating his desire to see his grandmother. Teddy's self-assuredness immediately captivates Jupp, leading to a series of amusing dialogues between the two. The scene sets the tone for Teddy's character as a fearless, imaginative child who carries a small bundle containing his prized possessions—an array including a kitten. The unfolding events emphasize his innocence while hinting at the mischief and adventures he is likely to encounter, showcasing the playful charm that the story promises to deliver. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Grandmothers -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Motherless families -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Children of clergy -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Nannies -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
21105 |
Release Date |
Apr 16, 2007 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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