| Author |
Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921 |
| Illustrator |
Hennessy, William John, 1839-1917 |
| Title |
An Enchanted Garden: Fairy Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"An Enchanted Garden: Fairy Stories" by Mrs. Molesworth is a collection of children’s fairy stories written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces us to two sibling characters, Rafe and Alix, who embark on a magical adventure fueled by their longing for stories and the enchanting world around them. The themes of imagination, exploration, and friendship set the stage for whimsical adventures that promise to capture the hearts of young readers. The opening of the book reveals Rafe and Alix, two close-knit companions, who are feeling disheartened by the lack of stories available to them as the Easter holidays begin. While sitting under a magnificent tree, they express frustration with their current circumstances—having exhausted their storybooks and feeling a sense of boredom. In search of excitement, they decide to explore the old Ladywood garden where they encounter a magical wren, who appears to guide them on a whimsical quest. This charming introduction sets an engaging tone for the adventures that will unfold, hinting at themes of wonder and discovery as the children seek to uncover the mysteries of the garden and perhaps, the fairies they believe might reside there. (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 |
Fantasy literature
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| Subject |
Fairy tales
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Magic -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Nannies -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Gardens -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Storytelling -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43127 |
| Release Date |
Jul 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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