Uncle Ben : A story for little folks by Oliver Optic

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Author Optic, Oliver, 1822-1897
Engraver Andrew, John, 1815-1870
Title Uncle Ben : A story for little folks
Original Publication Boston: Lee and Shepard, 1862.
Series Title Riverdale story books; 5.
Note Reading ease score: 89.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Bob Taylor, Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Uncle Ben: A story for little folks" by Oliver Optic is a children's book written in the mid-19th century. It is a charming story that revolves around themes of kindness, understanding, and the transformation of relationships. The narrative captures the essence of childhood adventure and innocence against the backdrop of small-town life, illustrating the impact of compassion and friendship. The story follows a group of children who, on a hot July day, venture into the pasture to pick strawberries. While there, they encounter Uncle Ben, an old man known for his gruff demeanor and solitary life as a former sailor. Initially wary of him due to his reputation, two brave girls, Flora and Nellie, approach him to request water. In a surprising turn, Uncle Ben helps them and agrees to share a story from his past at sea. As the children assist him with his chores, they discover his kind nature beneath his crusty exterior. Through their genuine interaction, Uncle Ben transforms from an isolated and misunderstood figure into a beloved storyteller, promoting the idea that kindness can bridge generational gaps and change perceptions. The story concludes with the community embracing Uncle Ben, highlighting the importance of treating others with compassion and respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Pride and vanity -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 72325
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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