Wonderwings and other Fairy Stories by Edith Howes
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| Author | Howes, Edith, 1872-1954 |
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| Illustrator | Polson, Alice |
| Title | Wonderwings and other Fairy Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Contents | Wonderwings -- The magic mirror -- Fairy Tenderheart. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Wonderwings and other Fairy Stories" by Edith Howes is a delightful collection of fairy tales written in the early 20th century. This enchanting book features whimsical stories filled with magical elements, exploring themes such as kindness, empathy, and the quest for beauty. The narratives transport readers to a fantastical world inhabited by fairies and their interactions with the human realm, showcasing a timeless charm that appeals to both children and adults alike. The collection comprises three main stories: "Wonderwings," "The Magic Mirror," and "Fairy Tenderheart." In "Wonderwings," the eager fairy Poppypink learns that true beauty comes from acts of kindness, as her small, colorless wings transform into magnificent ones through her selfless actions in the human world. "The Magic Mirror" follows a queen-mother who seeks wisdom to lead her son, discovering that understanding the lives of her people is essential for good leadership. Lastly, "Fairy Tenderheart" tells the tale of a fairy who feels deep sorrow over human conflict and finds hope in planting seeds of love and understanding among children, which ultimately promotes peace. Together, these stories convey powerful messages while enchanting readers with vivid imagery and unforgettable characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Fairies -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories, New Zealand |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20366 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 104 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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