| Author |
Sharp, Evelyn, 1869-1955 |
| Illustrator |
Dearmer, Mabel, 1872-1915 |
| LoC No. |
44030631
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| Title |
All the Way to Fairyland: Fairy Stories
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Professor_of_Practical_Jokes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The country called Nonamia -- Why the Wymps cried -- The story of Honey and Sunny -- The little princess and the poet -- The wonderful toymakers -- The professor of practical jokes -- The doll that came straight from Fairyland -- Those Wymps again!
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"All the Way to Fairyland: Fairy Stories" by Evelyn Sharp is a collection of whimsical fairy tales written in the late 19th century. The stories invite readers to explore magical realms, featuring characters such as an absent-minded magician, a little princess, and various fantastical beings that embody themes of adventure, discovery, and the quest for happiness. The enchanting setting of Nonamia serves as a backdrop for these imaginative narratives, showcasing a world where dreams and reality intertwine. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces an absent-minded magician residing in a castle in the air who encounters a charming princess seeking her own castle. Their whimsical dialogue reveals the princess's desire for companionship and a notion of happiness filled with joy and laughter. As the princess embarks on a journey through the land of Nonamia in search of her castle, the story unfolds with enchanting encounters, such as meeting the Nonamiacs and a mysterious traveler, setting the stage for delightful adventures to come. This opening part hints at a blend of humor, charming characters, and thoughtful reflections on happiness, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy fairy tales. (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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| Subject |
Princesses -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Kings and rulers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Fairies -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30400 |
| Release Date |
Nov 3, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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