Author |
Stockton, Frank R., 1834-1902 |
Illustrator |
Bensell, Edmund Birckhead, 1842-1894 |
Title |
Ting-a-ling
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Note |
Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Susan Carr, Suzanne Shell, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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Summary |
"Ting-a-ling" by Frank R. Stockton is a whimsical tale written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a fantastical realm filled with magic, fairies, and royal intrigue, centering around a beautiful princess named Aufalia and her encounters with a brave prince as well as the mischievous fairy, Ting-a-ling. Themes of adventure and love permeate the narrative, offering a charming blend of humor and enchantment. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the enchanted land where the princess resides under the care of her father, a benevolent king. Following a chance encounter with a young prince while on a clandestine walk, Aufalia finds herself embroiled in trouble when her protective attendants flee during a sudden skirmish. This sets off a series of misadventures, including the prince becoming imprisoned and Aufalia's distress over his fate. Meanwhile, the fairy Ting-a-ling witnesses the turmoil and vows to help the couple, leading to a journey filled with magical encounters, humor, and eventual resolutions that highlight the power of love and friendship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Fairy tales
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
20836 |
Release Date |
Mar 16, 2007 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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