Bluff Crag; or, A Good Word Costs Nothing

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cupples, George, Mrs., 1839-1898

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Bluff Crag; or, A Good Word Costs Nothing" by Mrs. George Cupples is a children's novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around themes of childhood, family values, and the importance of kindness. Set in a picturesque coastal setting, it emphasizes moral lessons through the experiences of young characters navigating challenges and relationships. The plot follows Lily, the protagonist, as she interacts with her Uncle John, siblings, and new friends at a seaside location. The narrative weaves various adventures, notably focusing on the character Patrick, who struggles with mischief and learns valuable lessons about accountability, kindness, and family dynamics after a serious accident. Throughout the story, the children engage with one another, face challenges, and help each other while grappling with their emotions and responsibilities. The title highlights the overarching moral that a simple good word can have a profound impact, encouraging young readers to consider the power of their words and actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Janet Blenkinship, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the International Children's Digital Library (http://www.icdlbooks.org/)

Notes:

Images of the original pages are available through the International Children's Digital Library. See http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/BookPreview?bookid=cupbluf_00360203&route=text

Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2007-05-28