Tattine by Ruth Ogden

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Author Ogden, Ruth, 1853-1927
Title Tattine
Note Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Dianne Bean, and David Widger
Summary "Tattine" by Ruth Ogden is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Tattine, who grapples with the complexities of growing up, love for animals, and the realization that nature can be cruel. With her keen observation, Tattine navigates her experiences with her pets, particularly two setter dogs, and finds herself in morally challenging situations concerning the natural behaviors of animals and the impact they have on her sensitive heart. The narrative follows Tattine through a series of adventures and encounters, reflecting her innocent yet profound understanding of the world. After witnessing her dogs' natural hunting instincts, which lead them to capture a rabbit, Tattine struggles with her feelings of love for her pets and her sorrow for the harmed creatures. Throughout the book, she also engages with friends, goes on imaginative excursions, and has heartwarming interactions with family. As Tattine learns about the inherent behaviors of different animals, she begins to understand the concept of nature versus nurture, leading to thoughtful reflections on compassion, responsibility, and the idea that while certain behaviors are instinctual, love can guide our actions towards kindness. Overall, "Tattine" presents a beautiful coming-of-age tale filled with heartfelt lessons that resonate with both children and adults. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Pets -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1816
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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