Bed-time stories : A collection in verse and in prose by Anonymous
"Bed-time stories : A collection in verse and in prose by Anonymous" is a collection of short stories and poems, likely written in the early 20th century. This book is designed primarily for children, offering a blend of whimsical tales, animal adventures, everyday childhood experiences, and gentle lessons, all accompanied by expressive illustrations. The overarching theme centers on the imaginative, playful, and sometimes instructive world of childhood, presented in both prose stories
and verse. The content of the book features a diverse selection of vignettes and characters, such as talking animals, brownies, fairies, and playful children. Stories include tales like a proud singing frog seeking appreciation, adventurous puppies named Pip, Pop, and Pepper, and the well-known fable of the Three Bears. Other narratives touch on moral lessons—like resisting the urge to steal apples, learning the importance of kindness, or the consequences of being bossy. Interwoven poems celebrate the wonders of nature, the joy of swing rides, and simple pleasures of daily life. Throughout the collection, a gentle humor and warmth prevail, making the book an engaging and cozy read for bedtime, meant to both entertain and reinforce positive values in young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | Bed-time stories : A collection in verse and in prose |
| Original Publication | Chicago: The Saalfield Publishing Company, 1914. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 76071 |
| Release Date | May 11, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1686 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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