Editha's Burglar: A Story for Children by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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About this eBook
| Author | Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 |
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| Illustrator | Sandham, Henry, 1842-1910 |
| Title | Editha's Burglar: A Story for Children |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Editha's Burglar: A Story for Children" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a children's story written in the late 19th century. The book tells the charming tale of a young girl named Editha who encounters a burglar in her home. The story navigates themes of kindness, bravery, and misunderstanding, showcasing the perspective of a child who thinks compassionately about others, even those deemed as villains. In this narrative, Editha is a peculiar and thoughtful seven-year-old girl who, while grappling with the concept of burglars, finds herself face-to-face with one in her own home. Instead of panicking, she approaches the burglar with curiosity and concern for her mother, who is asleep. Editha’s polite and rational demeanor surprises the burglar, leading to humorous exchanges as she offers to help him select items to steal while protecting her family's valuables. Throughout their encounter, Editha realizes the burglar may not be as 'bad' as society depicts him, showcasing her innocence and capacity for compassion. Ultimately, the tale concludes with surprising outcomes, including the eventual return of her cherished belongings, reinforcing the power of empathy and understanding across social divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Parent and child -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Robbers and outlaws -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56692 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 171 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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