Do you believe in fairies? by Leonora de Lima Andrews
"Do you believe in fairies?" by Leonora de Lima Andrews is a collection of whimsical fantasy stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of imagination and childhood wonder, featuring various whimsical characters like goblins, fairies, and adventures that reflect the innocent curiosity of children. It taps into the belief in magic and the fantastical elements that often engage the youthful spirit, encouraging readers to cherish and believe in
the fantastical. The stories within the collection are rich with playful narratives and intriguing characters. For instance, one tale features a little girl who runs joyfully, dreaming of flying to touch the clouds, while another follows a fretful child who longs for adventure. Throughout the book, the author presents a variety of imaginative scenarios, such as a giant who becomes despondent after being ridiculed by clams for his gentle nature, and a fairy who awaits a prince's assistance to regain her freedom. Each story is adorned with enchanting poetry and vivid illustrations of a world where imagination reigns supreme; ultimately, the collection serves as a delightful reminder of childhood's fleeting but magical moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Andrews, Leonora de Lima, 1900-1985 |
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| LoC No. | 24006894 |
| Title | Do you believe in fairies? |
| Original Publication | New York: Literary Commodities, 1924. |
| Note | "A book of fantasy for grown-up children" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Carla Foust, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75356 |
| Release Date | Feb 12, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 397 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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