His Majesty Baby and Some Common People by Ian Maclaren
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| Author | Maclaren, Ian, 1850-1907 |
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| Title | His Majesty Baby and Some Common People |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | His Majesty Baby -- News of a famous victory -- A modest scholar -- My friend the tramp -- Our boy -- A residuary -- A raconteur -- With unleavened bread -- Our foreign manners -- Nile views -- The restless American -- A Scot indeed -- His crowning day -- Dinna forget spurgeon -- Their full rights -- An expert in heresy -- The Scot at an argument -- Upon the lecture platform -- For the sake of a horse -- No relevant objection -- What might have been -- The vision of the soul. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "His Majesty Baby and Some Common People" by Ian MacLaren is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The opening story introduces a charming baby who captivates a diverse group of passengers on a bus, engaging with them in innocent and delightful ways that break down social barriers. Through Baby's playful interactions, the narrative explores themes of innocence, connection, and the shared humanity of people from different walks of life. The opening of the book presents a warm and lively scene aboard a city bus, where the baby, referred to as "His Majesty," becomes the center of attention. The passengers, including an elderly woman, a lawyer, and two young boys, react with amusement and affection to the baby's antics as he draws them into a charming, unspoken camaraderie. Each character responds to Baby’s playful behavior in a unique way, revealing insights into their personalities and circumstances. The atmosphere shifts when a grumpy old gentleman boards and disrupts the jovial mood, but even he finds himself amused by Baby's innocence. This initial tale sets the tone for a narrative rich in humor and social commentary, highlighting the simplicity of life and the joy found in small, shared moments of connection among "common people." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43727 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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