Project Gutenberg
2007-10-20
Public domain in the USA.
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Walton, Amy
1848
1899
Goble, Warwick
1862
1943
The Kitchen Cat, and other Tales
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
"The Kitchen Cat, and other Tales" by Amy Walton is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around themes of companionship, empathy, and the innocent adventures of children and their pets. Throughout the stories, readers are invited into the lives of young protagonists who develop friendships and discover deeper understandings of their surroundings, particularly seen through the eyes of an imaginative child. The collection features three main stories. The first tale follows Ruth, a lonely "poor little rich girl," who finds solace in befriending a thin kitchen cat living in her home, leading to a heartwarming exploration of care and companionship. The second story centers on Sarah, a beloved toy dog, who recounts her unexpected adventures when she goes missing. Finally, the last story introduces two girls near a pond who learn valuable lessons about the differing comforts of life through a conversation with a toad. Each story encapsulates childlike wonder, the importance of love and friendship, and moral lessons woven into their narratives, making this collection resonate with both young readers and adults alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Children's stories, English
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: British Literature
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