Georgie's Present, or, Tales of Newfoundland

Format:

• Book

Author/Creator:

• Brightwell, C. L. (Cecilia Lucy), 1811-1875.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Georgie's Present, or, Tales of Newfoundland" by C. L. Brightwell is a children's storybook likely written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around the adventures and experiences of a young boy named George Green as he celebrates his tenth birthday, exploring themes of family, companionship, and the wonders of Newfoundland. The narrative combines imaginative elements with depictions of life in Newfoundland, making it an engaging read for children. The story begins with George eagerly anticipating his birthday, where his grandmother shares tales of her past, particularly focusing on her husband's missionary journeys in Newfoundland. Throughout these stories, George learns about the challenges faced by settlers and the natural beauty of Newfoundland. The central character, Boxa, a noble Newfoundland dog, plays a significant role, showcasing loyalty and bravery. Ultimately, George receives a Newfoundland pup named Newfy, symbolizing love, adventure, and the strong bond between humans and animals, leaving young readers with a sense of joy and wonder at the relationships depicted in the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Text file produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions HTML file produced by David Widger

Notes:

• Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
• Release date is 2005-11-01