The Peacock 'At Home' AND The Butterfly's Ball AND The Fancy Fair by Dorset et al.
"The Peacock 'At Home' AND The Butterfly's Ball AND The Fancy Fair" by Dorset et al. is a whimsical collection of poems and stories likely written in the early to mid-19th century. The book features a vibrant world of anthropomorphized animals, engaging in social festivities and playful antics reflecting the themes of friendship, competition, and the joys of celebration. The work serves as both a commentary on society and a delightful exploration
of nature through the lens of children's literature. In "The Peacock 'At Home," the proud peacock hosts a grand soirée for his avian friends, showcasing musical performances and dances amidst a lavish feast. The festivities are met with varying responses from the birds, each reflecting their own personalities and behaviors. Following this, "The Butterfly's Ball" presents a charming gathering led by little Robert, featuring an array of insects participating in a playful and lighthearted feast. Lastly, "The Fancy Fair" captures a bustling gala at the Zoological Gardens, blending elements of excitement, competition, and camaraderie among various animals. Through these interwoven tales, the book crafts a vibrant tapestry of life that celebrates the joy and charm of both the animal kingdom and human-like social rituals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dorset, Catherine Ann Turner, 1750?-1817? |
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| Author | Roscoe, William, 1753-1831 |
| Title | The Peacock 'At Home' AND The Butterfly's Ball AND The Fancy Fair |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Birds -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Zoo animals -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Insects -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23665 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 203 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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