Death and Burial of Poor Cock Robin by H. L. Stephens
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"Death and Burial of Poor Cock Robin" by H. L. Stephens is a children's narrative poem published during the mid-19th century. This book is a whimsical account that utilizes a rhyming structure, recounting the story of the titular character, Cock Robin, who meets an untimely death. The book engages young readers with its rhythmic verses and charming illustrations, capturing the essence of a traditional children's tale. The story begins with the tragic
death of Cock Robin, who is killed by a Sparrow. As news of his demise spreads, various birds come forth to take on different roles in the funeral arrangements, showcasing a sense of community and responsibility among them. Characters such as the Owl who digs the grave, the Rook who officiates the ceremony, and the Dove who mourns illustrate a playful yet poignant portrayal of mourning. Ultimately, the narrative serves as both a lighthearted tale for children and a whimsical exploration of themes such as death, community, and the cycles of life in the animal kingdom. The tale concludes with the Sparrow being punished, thus providing a moral undertone typical of fables. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | Stephens, H. L. (Henry Louis), 1824-1882 |
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| Title | Death and Burial of Poor Cock Robin |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jason Isbell, Cori Samuel, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Nursery rhymes |
| Subject | Cock Robin (Fictitious character) -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17060 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17060-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 13, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 511 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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