The Fox Jumps Over the Parson's Gate

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Caldecott, Randolph, 1846-1886

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Fox Jumps Over the Parson's Gate" by Randolph Caldecott is a playful children's picture book created during the late 19th century. This work features a charmingly whimsical narrative that centers on the excitement of a fox hunt, making it a delightful exploration of rural life and its associated traditions. The book combines engaging illustrations with a lighthearted tale, making it accessible and appealing to young readers. The story follows a huntsman who blows his horn, signaling the start of the hunt, as the fox leaps over the parson's gate while the hounds chase after him. Meanwhile, the parson has a pair of lovers to wed, adding a touch of humor and romance to the narrative. Throughout the verses, there is an overarching theme of infatuation with a character named Nancy, underscoring the mix of merriment and the complexities of rural romance. The rhythmic and repetitive structure of the text enhances its musicality, inviting children to join in the fun while savouring Caldecott's enchanting illustrations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2006-12-02