Frankie's dog Tony by Madeline Leslie
"Frankie's Dog Tony" by Madeline Leslie is a children's story written in the late 19th century. This charming narrative follows the adventures of a young boy named Frankie and his beloved dog, Tony, exploring themes of loyalty, friendship, and the importance of obedience. The book is part of a larger series tailored for young readers, encapsulating moral lessons relevant to children of that era. In the story, Frankie becomes fond of Tony,
a dog with a touching backstory involving a soldier, Colonel Jameson, who rescued her during a war. As Frankie bonds with Tony, they experience various adventures, including a heart-wrenching ordeal when Tony is stolen, which leads to a powerful lesson in love and responsibility. Throughout their journey, Frankie learns important life lessons about truthfulness, obedience to his parents, and the joy of caring for a pet. The connection between Frankie and Tony highlights the deep emotional ties that can exist between children and their animals, delivering a wholesome message about companionship and integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893 |
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| Title | Frankie's dog Tony |
| Original Publication | Chicago: Henry A. Sumner and Company, 1867. |
| Series Title | Aunt Hattie's library for boys, series 2 |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Dogs -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72019 |
| Release Date | Nov 4, 2023 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 1, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 309 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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