Dick, Marjorie and Fidge: A Search for the Wonderful Dodo by G. E. Farrow
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| Author | Farrow, G. E. (George Edward), 1862-1919 |
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| Title | Dick, Marjorie and Fidge: A Search for the Wonderful Dodo |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Dick, Marjorie and Fidge: A Search for the Wonderful Dodo" by G. E. Farrow is a whimsical children’s novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows three adventurous siblings, Dick, Marjorie, and their little brother Fidge, as they embark on a fantastical quest to find the Dodo, a long-extinct bird. The narrative combines elements of fantasy and adventure, providing an enchanting backdrop for the children’s exploration and encounters with peculiar creatures and magical beings. The opening of the novel introduces the characters in a delightfully chaotic situation as they awaken to a flooded home brought on by high tide. Spurred by curiosity and a desire for adventure, they explore their unusual surroundings, where they encounter a talking Dodo wearing gloves and a blue bow. This peculiar bird, proud of its extinction, hints at a grand journey ahead, setting the stage for the children's travels and the whimsical challenges they will face. Soon after, they are commissioned by a demanding ambassador to find the Dodo, leading them into a world filled with gnomes, magical powers, and whimsical characters. The promise of adventure and the allure of the fantastic promise a captivating journey for readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fantasy literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23541 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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