Among the Farmyard People by Clara Dillingham Pierson
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| Author | Pierson, Clara Dillingham |
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| Illustrator | Gordon, F. C., 1856-1924 |
| Title | Among the Farmyard People |
| Contents | The story that the swallow didn't tell -- The lamb with the longest tail -- The wonderful shiny egg -- The duckling who didn't know what to do -- The fussy queen bee -- The bay colt learns to mind -- The twin lambs -- The very short story of the foolish little mouse -- The lonely little pig -- The kitten who lost herself -- The chicken who wouldn't eat gravel -- The goose who wanted her own way -- Why the sheep ran away -- The fine young rat and the trap -- The quick-tempered turkey gobbler -- The bragging peacock -- The discontented guinea hen -- The oxen talk with the calves. |
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| Summary | "Among the Farmyard People" by Clara Dillingham Pierson is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. This charming work introduces young readers to the diverse and anthropomorphized inhabitants of a farmyard, depicting their thoughts, interactions, and the lessons they learn through various adventures. The tales focus on familiar farm animals, illustrating their unique personalities and relationships, which children can relate to and enjoy. At the start of the book, the author invites readers to explore the world of farmyard residents, noting the connections and mutual assistance among them despite their differing appearances and ways of life. The opening portion introduces characters such as Oxen, Swallows, and Doves, emphasizing their joyful interactions and the anticipation of spring. Among these stories is the tale of a young Swallow's return home and the excitement it generates amongst the farm animals, setting the stage for a series of heartwarming anecdotes that highlight the community and friendship inherent in the farmyard. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Farm life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19381 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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