Three Good Giants by François Rabelais

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Author Rabelais, François, 1490?-1553?
Compiler Dimitry, John Bull Smith, 1835-1901
Illustrator Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Illustrator Robida, Albert, 1848-1926
Title Three Good Giants
Whose Ancient Deeds are recorded in the Ancient Chronicles
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Clare Graham in memory of Marc D'Hooghe
Summary "Three Good Giants" by François Rabelais is a fictional compilation written in the late 19th century, adapted by John Dimitry. This work appears to be a whimsical retelling of the famed giants from Rabelais's original novels, particularly focusing on Grandgousier, Gargantua, and Pantagruel. Through their humorous and larger-than-life adventures, the story likely intertwines themes of merriment, folly, and the unexpected nature of these colossal characters, presenting them in a far more positive and entertaining light than they have sometimes been portrayed. The opening of the tale introduces readers to the origins of the giants, tracing their lineage back to a mythical past where their existence coincides with the "Year of Medlars." It describes how ordinary humans, after overindulging in this delicious fruit, began to grow into giants. The first of these giants, Chalbroth, sets the stage for a long line leading to King Grandgousier, who embodies joviality and generosity. The narrative tonally balances between humor, the absurdities of life, and the heartwarming relationships among its characters, effectively inviting readers into a fantastical world where giants react with remarkably human-like impulses and emotions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Islands -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Death -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Giants -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Clergy -- Juvenile fiction
Subject War -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Tailors -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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