Piccaninnies by Isabel M. Peacocke
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| Author | Peacocke, Isabel M. (Isabel Maud), 1881-1973 |
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| Title | Piccaninnies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Piccaninnies" by Isabel M. Peacocke is a whimsical children's story written in the early 20th century. This imaginative tale centers around the adventures of the Piccaninnies, small, endearing fairy-like beings living in the lush New Zealand bush. The narrative captures their playful antics and interactions with local wildlife amidst a vibrant natural landscape. The book follows the Piccaninnies as they navigate their charming yet chaotic lives in the bush, reflecting the innocence and curiosity of childhood. From making clothes out of blossoms to discovering new foods, the Piccaninnies' adventures are filled with humor and enchantment. The storyline includes their encounters with various creatures, the impact of human picnics on their environment, and how their lives change in the face of challenges like the "Great Red Enemy," which represents the destructive force of fire. Through vivid illustrations and playful prose, "Piccaninnies" delivers gentle lessons about nature, friendship, and the joys of exploring one's surroundings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairies -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | New Zealand -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19962 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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