Brave and True : Short stories for children by G. M. Fenn and Others

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Brave and True" by George Manville Fenn is a collection of short stories intended for children, written during the late 19th century. The book features a series of tales centered around themes of bravery, friendship, and moral integrity, showcasing the lives and adventures of young boys and girls in various settings, from English boarding schools to the wild Rocky Mountains. The stories within this collection encompass a variety of experiences, emphasizing the importance of courage and kindness. In one narrative, a boy named Martin recounts his heroic actions during a naval conflict, showcasing his bravery in protecting a fellow officer. Another story follows little Ned and his sister Tizzy as they attempt to fly a kite, leading to a series of adventures when the kite gets stuck in a tree. Throughout the book, characters face different challenges that test their bravery and highlight the value of friendship, compassion, and selflessness, all designed to inspire young readers with tales of moral character and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Brave and True, by E Dawson

Two Rough Stones, by George Manville Fenn

A Grateful Indian, by Helen Marion Burnside

In the Country, by F Gray Severne

My Encounter with a Grizzly, by Arthur J Daniels

Up the Mountain, by Frances E Crompton

A New Set

Grandfather's Hero

Bernard's Experiment

Toby the Clown

A Christmas Party, by John Strange Winter

Haggart's Lie, by Geraldine Glasgow.

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-05-04