The Comical Creatures from Wurtemberg by Unknown

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Author Unknown
Contributor Ploucquet, Herrmann
Title The Comical Creatures from Wurtemberg
Second Edition
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University of Florida, The Internet Archive/Children's
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Summary "The Comical Creatures from Wurtemberg" by Unknown is a charming collection of illustrated tales featuring anthropomorphized animals, likely written in the mid-19th century, during a period when children's literature was blossoming. This delightful book uses humor to depict the adventures and misadventures of these creatures, primarily through whimsical narratives that blend fantasy and moral lessons. The stories within this collection include various animal characters, each presenting their own quirky escapades. Notable tales feature the clever Weasels of Holm-Wood and their interactions with other woodland creatures, including a humorous duel between dormice and a lively hare-hunt. The book also reinterprets the classic tale of "Reynard the Fox," exploring themes of trickery, cunning, and the interplay of victim and predator in a lighthearted manner. Each story is accompanied by vivid illustrations, enhancing the overall charm and engaging readers, young and old alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 28508
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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