Deborah Dent and Her Donkey and Madam Fig's Gala by Unknown
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About this eBook
| Author | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Title |
Deborah Dent and Her Donkey and Madam Fig's Gala Two Humorous Tales |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Deborah Dent and Her Donkey and Madam Fig's Gala" by Unknown is a collection of humorous tales likely composed during the early 19th century. This charming book presents whimsical stories that capture the essence of playful adventures and social gatherings. The topics revolve around amusing characters—a dedicated woman, her beloved donkey, and a lively gala full of village personalities. The first tale tells of Deborah Dent's affection for her donkey, whom she believes is so special he should teach children. Her dreams of transforming her donkey into an esteemed schoolmaster lead to various humorous exploits, including an attempt to make him shave and take up art. The second story focuses on Madam Fig, a spirited grocer, who throws an extravagant gala for her neighbors. The celebration is filled with music, dance, and comical moments, such as a mishap with a brine tub during a musical performance. Both tales are embellished with colorful engravings, adding visual charm to the already delightful narratives, showcasing the lively spirit of community and humor prevalent in the characters' interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry, English |
| Subject | Nursery rhymes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25657 |
| Release Date | May 31, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 38 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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