River Legends; Or, Father Thames and Father Rhine by Brabourne

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Author Brabourne, Edward Hugessen Knatchbull-Hugessen, Baron, 1829-1893
Illustrator Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
LoC No. 02016207
Title River Legends; Or, Father Thames and Father Rhine
Note Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents River legends -- The great boar of Windsor Forest -- Martha's vengeance -- The family feud -- The giant bramble-buffer -- The mannikins' castle -- Sir Roderick Fowle: a legend of the olden time.
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Summary "River Legends; Or, Father Thames and Father Rhine" by E. H. Knatchbull-Hugessen is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The book presents enchanting tales of two personified rivers, Father Thames and Father Rhine, as they share legends connected to their respective waters. This blend of folklore, fantasy, and narrative brings to life the cultural heritage and nature surrounding these iconic rivers. The opening of the book introduces us to a narrator, who visits Eton and falls asleep by the riverbank, only to awaken and witness a remarkable scene: two regal figures, representing Father Thames and Father Rhine, seated at a table on a river island. The two characters greet each other amiably, discussing their different cultures and beverages, while a messenger arrives with Rhine wine. This engaging dialogue sets the stage for their subsequent storytelling, as they decide to recount legends associated with their rivers, prompting the first tale about "The Great Boar of Windsor Forest." This frame narrative creates a whimsical backdrop for the book’s exploration of ancient stories and cultural reflections, inviting readers into a world where rivers are alive with history and personality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's stories
Subject Legends -- Juvenile literature
Category Text
EBook-No. 44425
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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