Tell Me a Story

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921

Contributor:

Crane, Walter, 1845-1915

Swain, Joseph, 1820-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Tell Me a Story" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's storybook written in the late 19th century. The book introduces young readers to a variety of imaginative tales, beginning with children gathered around an aunt as they eagerly request her to tell them stories. The narrative focuses on themes of childhood innocence, family connections, and the power of storytelling, engaging characters like the children, especially Madge and little Sybil. At the start of the book, the narrator, presumably the aunt, is approached by a group of children who implore her to tell them a story during twilight. Despite her initial reluctance, the aunt is persuaded by the children's passion and compassion, prompting a discussion about storytelling and memories of her own childhood. This leads into the introduction of Louisa, a timid eight-year-old girl who often finds solace in a unique imaginary world involving her mother's sewing reels as her companions. They form the backbone of her adventures and reflect the blend of reality and imagination that characterizes childhood, encouraging readers to cherish their creativity and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Introduction

The reel fairies

Good-night, Winny

Con and the little people

Mary Ann Jolly

Too bad

Charlie's disappointment.

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 85.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2013-07-06