The Faery Tales of Weir by Anna McClure Sholl
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| Author | Sholl, Anna McClure |
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| Title | The Faery Tales of Weir |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The faery tales of weir -- The tale of the blue glove -- The invisible wall -- The tree in the dark wood -- The cat that winked -- The magic tears -- The golden archer. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Faery Tales of Weir" by Anna McClure Sholl is a collection of enchanting stories written in the early 20th century. Set in the idyllic town of Weir, the tales explore themes of magic and adventure, inviting readers into tales of fairies, princesses, and mystical events. The opening portion introduces us to the rich tapestry of the town, hinting at the blend of nostalgia, whimsy, and the lives of its inhabitants. The beginning of the anthology paints Weir as a sleepy, picturesque town where dreams and stories flourish. It evokes a sense of longing for the adventures of childhood, reminiscing about children who eagerly await the twilight for their stories to unfold. Each tale is set to transport readers into a world of imagination, beginning with the tale of Princess Myrtle, who embarks on a journey to find true love while disguising her identity as a beggar-maid. Through the lens of magic and moral lessons, Sholl's writing captures the essence of fairy tales, encouraging themes of love, humility, and personal growth against the enchanting backdrop of a fantastical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9952 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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