The Absurd ABC by Walter Crane
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| Author | Crane, Walter, 1845-1915 |
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| Title | The Absurd ABC |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Absurd ABC" by Walter Crane is a whimsical alphabet book written in the late 19th century. This playful work serves as an engaging introduction to the letters of the alphabet, blending imaginative verse with illustrations to capture the curiosity of young readers. It presents a series of absurd and humorous associations for each letter, showcasing a lively and entertaining take on traditional nursery rhymes and stories. The book features a clever and amusing approach to each letter of the alphabet, where Crane ingeniously pairs words with delightful characters and scenarios. From "A for the APPLE" to "Z for the Zany," readers are taken through a playful journey that includes a baby, a cat playing a fiddle, Humpty Dumpty, and various other fun and recognizable figures from children's folklore. Each entry is accompanied by engaging, rhythmic text that makes learning the alphabet enjoyable, making "The Absurd ABC" a charming resource for both children and adults alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Alphabet books |
| Subject | Alphabet rhymes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17283 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 183 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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