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2004-12-02
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Jacobs, Joseph
1854
1916
Batten, John Dickson
1860
1932
Batten, J. D. (John Dickson)
Batten, John D.
More English Fairy Tales
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The pied piper of Franchville -- Hereafterthis -- The golden ball -- My own self -- The black bull of Norroway -- Yallery Brown -- Three feathers -- Sir Gammer Vans -- Tom Hickathrift -- The Hedley kow -- Gobborn seer -- Lawkamercyme -- Tattercoats -- The wee bannock -- Johnny Gloke -- Coat o' clay -- The three cows -- The blinded giant -- Scrapefoot -- The pedlar of Swaffham -- The old witch -- The three wishes -- The buried moon -- A son of Adam -- The children in the wood -- The Hobyahs -- A pottle o' brains -- The king of England and his three sons -- King John and the Abbot of Canterbury -- Rushen Coatie -- The king o' the cats -- Tamlane -- The stars in the sky -- News! -- Puddock, Mousie, and Ratton -- The little bull-calf -- The wee, wee Mannie -- Habetrot and Scantlie Mab -- Old mother Wiggle-Waggle -- Catskin -- Stupid's cries -- The Lambton worm -- The wise men of Gotham -- The princess of Canterbury.
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"More English Fairy Tales" by Joseph Jacobs and John Dickson Batten is a collection of folk tales compiled and illustrated during the late 19th century. This volume serves as a companion to Jacobs' earlier work, "English Fairy Tales," and aims to showcase lesser-known stories from English folklore as well as adaptations of traditional tales. The collection touches on themes of adventure, mischief, and moral lessons, featuring characters such as clever maidens, mischievous animals, and magical beings. The opening portion of the collection introduces the reader to the format and tone of the stories, with whimsical and engaging narratives. It begins with a playful invitation to unlock the tales inside, setting the stage for an immersive reading experience. The first stories, including "The Pied Piper of Franchville" and "Hereafterthis," present characters facing extraordinary circumstances, offering a blend of humor and moral reflection. As the tales unfold, they evoke a sense of nostalgia for classic storytelling traditions, showcasing the charm of English fairy tales through imaginative plots and vividly illustrated scenes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Folklore -- England
Fairy tales -- England
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Children's Myths, Fairy Tales, etc.
Category: Short Stories
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: British Literature
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