Jewel's Story Book

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burnham, Clara Louise, 1854-1927

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Jewel's Story Book" by Clara Louise Burnham is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story primarily revolves around a young girl named Jewel who shares a close bond with her grandfather, Mr. Evringham, and the joyous experiences she has during her visit with him. As Jewel navigates her relationships with her family, including her parents returning from a trip, the narrative explores themes of love, family connection, and the simplicity of childhood joy. The opening of "Jewel's Story Book" introduces readers to Jewel's excitement as she anticipates her grandfather's visit and a special dinner planned in town. Through a lively telephone conversation, we learn about Jewel's relationship with her grandfather and the warmth she brings to those around her. The narrative also hints at her thoughts and feelings about her family dynamics, showcasing her innocence and exuberant personality. Jewel's interactions with the housekeeper, Mrs. Forbes, further add depth to her character and set the stage for her charming adventures, indicating a delightful tale of familial love and discovery lying ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2005-08-05