The Junior Classics, Volume 9: Stories of To-day by William Patten
"The Junior Classics, Volume 9: Stories of To-day" by William Patten is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology features a variety of narratives that are likely aimed at younger audiences, exploring themes of adventure, family, and moral lessons. With contributions from several authors, the stories cover a range of topics, including whimsical tales, poignant family dynamics, and reflections on bravery and sacrifice. The opening of
this volume introduces readers to a tale by Joel Chandler Harris, featuring the character Uncle Remus, who engages in a humorous and insightful dialogue with a young boy. Their conversation centers around childhood innocence, cleanliness, and the stories passed down through generations. Through a mix of playful banter and storytelling, Uncle Remus hints at a deeper narrative about Brer Rabbit, setting the stage for a story that intertwines folklore and life lessons. The introduction not only establishes a warm, conversational tone but also creates an inviting atmosphere for readers to delve into the rich tapestry of stories that follow in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Patten, William, 1868-1936 |
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| Title | The Junior Classics, Volume 9: Stories of To-day |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Brother Rabbit's cradle, by Joel Chandler Harris -- The little Baxters go marketing, by Tudor Jenks -- A story of decoration day for the little children of to-day, by Elizabeth Harrison -- The taxes of Middlebrook, by Ray Stannard Baker -- The cure of fear, by Norman Duncan -- A Christmas adventure, by J. E. Chamberlin -- Chased by the trail, by Jack London -- Big timber beacon, by John L. Mathews -- How Hilda got a school, by Lelia Munsell -- The imp and the drum, by Josephine D. Bacon -- The second string, by James B. Connolly -- Holding the pipe, by Albert W. Tolman -- The travelling doll, by Evelyn Snead Barnett -- The doll doctor, by E. V. Lucas -- The idea that went astray, by Pauline C. Bouvé -- Gravity Gregg, by Isaac Ogden Rankin -- Jonnasen, by Dallas Lore Sharp -- In the oven, by Richard W. Child -- On a slide-board, by Robert Barnes -- The call of the sea, by Frederick Palmer -- On a tight rope, by Albert W. Tolman -- Down the incline, by Charles Newton Hood -- The cost of loving, by Frederick O. Bartlett -- Ladybird, by Edith Barnard -- The Drasnoe pipe-line, by Arthur Stanwood Pier -- Manuk Del Monte, by Rowland Thomas -- The man without a country, by Edward Everett Hale -- The foreman, by Stewart E. White -- The gray collie, by Georgia W. Pangborn -- The fore-room rug, by Kate Douglas Wiggin -- Cressy's New-Year's rent, by Albert Lee -- Mr. O'Leary's second love, by Charles Lever -- The rose and the ring, by William M. Thackeray. |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's literature |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57522 |
| Release Date | Jul 16, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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