The Garden of the Plynck

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Baker, Karle Wilson, 1878-1960

Contributor:

Minard, Florence

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Garden of the Plynck" by Karle Wilson Baker is a whimsical children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a young girl named Sara, who enters a fantastical world within her imagination where she encounters delightful creatures like the Plynck, as well as peculiar antagonists known as the Fractions. The narrative promises a blend of adventure and charming lessons about creativity, friendship, and the importance of imagination. At the start of the book, Sara feels neglected by her industrious mother, who often suggests she create her own fun. In her frustration, Sara decides to explore her own mind, which leads her to the enchanting world of the Garden of the Plynck. There, she discovers magical beings like the whimsical Plynck and the troublesome Snimmy, as well as the more serious and chaotic Fractions that invade her serene Garden. Through a series of imaginative encounters filled with charming adventures and peculiar characters, Sara learns about play, imagination, and the various challenges of her fanciful new friends, setting the stage for an engaging journey into her own creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by William F. Seabrook

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2005-09-23