Caw! Caw! Or, The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time by R. M.
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| Author | R. M. |
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| Illustrator | Blackburn, Jemima, 1823-1909 |
| Title | Caw! Caw! Or, The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Caw! Caw! Or, The Chronicle of Crows, A Tale of the Spring-time" by R. M. is a children's narrative poem written during the 19th century. This whimsical tale captures the essence of spring as it follows the life cycle of crows, highlighting their nesting, parenting, and the perils they face. The story presents insights into nature and bird life, making it suitable for young readers. The book begins as crows rejoice in the arrival of spring, actively building nests and laying eggs. The story unfolds with themes of family and nurture as the parent crows care for their young, bringing food and keeping watch. However, the tone darkens as farmers, frustrated by the crows' presence, seek to exterminate them. As the narrative progresses, the joyful cries of the young crows turn into a poignant lament, underscoring the cycle of life and the harsh realities of nature. Ultimately, despite the tragedy, the surviving crows reflect on their experiences, recognizing that joy often comes intertwined with sorrow in the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Spring -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Crows -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22374 |
| Release Date | Aug 22, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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