Twilight Land

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pyle, Howard, 1853-1911

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Twilight Land" by Howard Pyle is a collection of fantasy tales written during the late 19th century. The narrative transports readers to a magical realm where a mysterious protagonist encounters famous figures from folklore and fairy tales, such as Mother Goose, Aladdin, and Cinderella, who all gather to share their stories. At the start of the book, the narrator finds himself in "Twilight Land," a serene place where time seems to pause, and all is tranquil. As he drifts along the roads and enjoys the enchanting environment, he arrives at the Inn of Mother Goose, where beloved characters engage in storytelling. The opening segment primarily introduces the whimsical atmosphere of this land and sets the stage for the various tales that will unfold through the voices of these familiar characters. The storytelling begins with "The Stool of Fortune," where a soldier's journey intertwines with magical elements and fate, marking the transition into a realm where wishes and adventures abound. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Introduction

The stool of fortune

The talisman of Solomon

Ill-luck and the fiddler

Empty bottles

Good gifts and a fool's folly

The good of a few words

Woman's wit

A piece of good luck

The fruit of happiness

Not a pin to choose

Much shall have more and little shall have less

Wisdom's wages and folly's pay

The enchanted island

All things are as fate wills

Where to lay the blame

The salt of life.

Credits:

Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #47564

Release date is 1999-05-01