The Absurd ABC by Walter Crane

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Author Crane, Walter, 1845-1915
Title The Absurd ABC
Note Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Absurd ABC" by Walter Crane is a whimsical alphabet book written in the late 19th century. This playful work serves as an engaging introduction to the letters of the alphabet, blending imaginative verse with illustrations to capture the curiosity of young readers. It presents a series of absurd and humorous associations for each letter, showcasing a lively and entertaining take on traditional nursery rhymes and stories. The book features a clever and amusing approach to each letter of the alphabet, where Crane ingeniously pairs words with delightful characters and scenarios. From "A for the APPLE" to "Z for the Zany," readers are taken through a playful journey that includes a baby, a cat playing a fiddle, Humpty Dumpty, and various other fun and recognizable figures from children's folklore. Each entry is accompanied by engaging, rhythmic text that makes learning the alphabet enjoyable, making "The Absurd ABC" a charming resource for both children and adults alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's poetry
Subject Alphabet books
Subject Alphabet rhymes
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EBook-No. 17283
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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