The Old Castle and Other Stories by Anonymous
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
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| Title | The Old Castle and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The old castle -- George and Alick -- The sixpenny calico -- A Westmoreland story. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works in the International Children's Digital Library.) |
| Summary | "The Old Castle and Other Stories" by Anonymous is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. This book features a variety of narratives aimed primarily at children, with themes revolving around morality, kindness, and personal growth. The stories capture the essence of childhood experiences, imbued with lessons about love, compassion, and the importance of family and friendships. The collection includes several tales, such as the titular story "The Old Castle," where two young cousins, Dudley and Bernard, navigate their tumultuous relationship marked by jealousy and misunderstanding, leading to a dramatic incident in an old castle that ultimately brings them closer. Other stories like "George and Alick" and "The Sixpenny Calico" also explore themes of empathy and social class, showcasing characters facing moral dilemmas. These narratives not only entertain but also promote virtues, encouraging young readers to reflect on their actions and emotional responses towards others, highlighting the importance of understanding and kindness in human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21278 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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