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Ségur, Sophie, comtesse de
1799
1874
Segur, Comtesse de
De Ségur, Sophie, comtesse
Ségur, Comtesse de
Ségur, Sophie Rostopchine, comtesse de
Rostopchina, Sofiya Feodorovna
Dole, Charles F. (Charles Fletcher)
1845
1927
Dole, Charles Fletcher
Saunders, E. H.
Welsh, Charles
1850
1914
Gael, Shane Na
McIvor, Ivor Ben
The Story of a Donkey
abridged from the French of Madame la comtesse de Ségur
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A9moires_d%27un_%C3%A2ne
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"The Story of a Donkey" by Comtesse de Sophie Ségur is a children’s narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book presents the experiences and thoughts of Neddy, a donkey, as he navigates a life filled with both kindness and cruelty from humans. It reflects on themes of empathy, redemption, and the treatment of animals, showcasing the donkey’s perspective on the interactions and relationships he forms throughout his life. In the tale, Neddy begins as a mistreated donkey, forced to carry heavy loads and endure harsh treatment from his masters. After a series of events, including his bold escape to a forest, he discovers a new, kinder family who treats him well. Despite encountering trouble caused by revengeful actions and mistakes, Neddy ultimately learns the importance of love and kindness. His adventures showcase the ups and downs of his life, including friendships, regrettable decisions, and the realization that he can live happily when treated with respect. The story culminates in Neddy finding his place in a caring home, where he reflects on his journey and shares insights about the nature of donkeys and the impact of human behavior on their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 88.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Donkeys -- Juvenile fiction
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