The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame

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Author Grahame, Kenneth, 1859-1932
Title The Wind in the Willows
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #27805
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wind_in_the_Willows
Note Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Mike Lough and David Widger
Summary "The Wind in the Willows" by Kenneth Grahame is a classic children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the adventures of several anthropomorphic animals, primarily focusing on the characters Mole and Rat as they explore the riverbank and nearby Wild Wood, revealing themes of friendship, nature, and the charm of rural life. The opening of the novel introduces us to Mole, who is tired of spring cleaning his home and is irresistibly drawn to the outside world. Leaving behind his chores, he emerges into the warm spring air and quickly encounters the enchanting river, where he meets Rat. Intrigued by the river and its lifestyle, Mole is taken aback by the joy of messing about in boats that Rat introduces him to. Their budding friendship sets the tone for their adventures, highlighting Mole's enthusiasm for new experiences and Rat's easygoing charm. The scene is rich in imagery, beautifully capturing the essence of nature and foreshadowing the adventures that lay ahead for these two companions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Animals -- Fiction
Subject Humorous stories
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Friendship -- Fiction
Subject Pastoral fiction
Subject Country life -- Fiction
Subject River life -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 289
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 30, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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