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Coloma, Luis
1851
1915
Roldan, Luis Coloma
Roldán, Luis Coloma
Vyse, George Howard
Moreton, Lady
1944
Moreton, Ada Margarette Smith, Lady
Moreton, Ada Margarette, Lady
Smith, Ada Margarette
Perez the Mouse
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"Pérez the Mouse" by Luis Coloma is a children's story crafted in the late 19th century, specifically intended to amuse the young Spanish King Alfonso XIII, who was around six years old at the time of its writing. This whimsical tale follows the adventures of a caring king and his magical experiences with the titular mouse, Pérez, who comes to collect children's lost teeth in exchange for gifts. The story features themes of kindness, generosity, and social awareness. The narrative begins with King Bubi, a benevolent young monarch, who loses his first tooth and learns about the tradition of leaving it under his pillow for Pérez the Mouse. Upon meeting Pérez, the King is enchanted by the mouse's charming personality and stories of his family. Together, they embark on an adventure to help a poor boy named Giles, where Bubi realizes the struggles faced by those less fortunate. The story culminates with the King's transformation into a mouse as he empathizes with Giles’s plight, leading to a deep reflection on his responsibilities as a king. Ultimately, the tale beautifully illustrates the importance of caring for one another, especially those in need. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Mice -- Juvenile fiction
Tooth Fairy (Legendary character) -- Juvenile fiction
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