| Author |
Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921 |
| Illustrator |
Brooke, L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie), 1862-1940 |
| Title |
Mary: A Nursery Story for Very Little Children
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Mary: A Nursery Story for Very Little Children" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's fiction book written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Mary who is eagerly anticipating her fourth birthday. As she navigates her thoughts and emotions, the book captures her imagination and innocence, providing a glimpse into childhood wonder and familial relationships. The opening of the book introduces Mary as she wakes up early on a sunny morning in May, filled with excitement about her upcoming birthday. She muses about the day of the week and her expectations for the celebration. As her thoughts evolve, Mary reflects on her desire for her mother’s presence, revealing her emotional depth and longing for connection. The narrative portrays her relationships with her brothers, Artie and Leigh, and hints at her imaginative spirit, showcasing the charm of a child's perspective during an important event in her young life. (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 |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Faith -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Family -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Sick -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Storytelling -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43131 |
| Release Date |
Jul 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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