A Big Temptation

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Meade, L. T., 1854-1914

Contributor:

Browne, Maggie, 1864-1937

Manwell, M. B.

Dixon, Arthur A. (Arthur Augustus), 1872-1959.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Big Temptation" by L. T. Meade, Maggie Brown, and M. B. Manwell is a fictional children's story written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around themes of childhood innocence, adventure, and moral lessons, showcasing the spirit of young characters who face challenges and temptations in their lives. It highlights the longing for freedom and joy amidst the constraints of a difficult upbringing. The story follows a young girl named Netty, who becomes the caretaker of her sickly baby cousin, Dan. Netty's brother, Ben, entices her with the possibility of a day trip to Southend for a seaside treat, which leads to the children devising a plan to sneak away. Despite challenges, including Netty's moral dilemma of taking Dan along, the siblings embark on an adventure that culminates in a joyful yet fraught day at the beach. However, Dan's health suffers from the treats he consumes, prompting Netty to seek help. The narrative emphasizes the consequences of their actions but ultimately conveys a message of forgiveness and understanding as the children learn important lessons about responsibility, care, and family bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A big temptation / by L.T. Meade

The other Carews / by M.B. Manwell

Kurus : the king of the cannibal islands / by Maggie Browne.

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2008-05-14