Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children by Julian Hawthorne
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| Author | Hawthorne, Julian, 1846-1934 |
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| Title | Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children |
| Contents | Yellow-cap -- Rumpty-Dudget -- Calladon -- Theeda. |
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| Summary | "Yellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For Children" by Julian Hawthorne is a collection of fairy tales written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces characters like the youthful Raymond and the spirited Rosamund, living in the idyllic village of Honeymead, where adventure and enchantment await. The story blends elements of magic, royalty, and personal ambition, as Raymond yearns to attain greatness, influenced by promises from fantastical beings. At the start of the tale, we are transported to an era long before Julius Caesar, where an Appanage of Royalty emerges to interact with a young boy named Raymond. While washing clothes, Raymond's mother encounters a mysterious figure who requests a royal favor, introducing the concept of destiny intertwined with enchantment. Raymond's fascination with this encounter influences his aspirations for greatness, including a whimsical cap that symbolizes his potential. As the narrative unfolds, we witness the budding romance between Raymond and Rosamund, his aspirations, and the comedic undertones of their village life, setting the stage for an entertaining adventure in a fantastical realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31795 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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