The Topaz Story Book: Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe'en, and…
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"The Topaz Story Book: Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe’en, and…" compiled by Ada M. Skinner and Eleanor L. Skinner is a collection of stories and legends written in the early 20th century. This anthology celebrates seasonal themes associated with autumn, Halloween, and Thanksgiving, weaving together folklore, nature stories, and poems that evoke the beauty and wonder of this time of year, aiming to engage young readers with its captivating content. The
opening of the book introduces the essence of its themes, emphasizing the charm of autumn and the stories surrounding it. It begins with an acknowledgment of nature's significance, expressing how tales from this bountiful season stimulate curiosity and appreciation for the world's mysteries. The initial selections include a beautiful Algonquin legend featuring Nipon, the Summer Queen, who is warned not to venture into the Northland ruled by the Winter King. Driven by curiosity, Nipon faces dire consequences as she disobeys this warning. This opening segment sets the stage for a collection rich with traditional narratives, moral lessons, and vivid imagery that is sure to enchant readers of all ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Skinner, Ada M. (Ada Maria), 1878- |
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| Compiler | Skinner, Eleanor L. (Eleanor Louise), 1872- |
| Illustrator | Parrish, Maxfield, 1870-1966 |
| Title | The Topaz Story Book: Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe'en, and Thanksgiving |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Halloween |
| Subject | Thanksgiving Day |
| Subject | Autumn |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51734 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51734-6 |
| Release Date | Apr 11, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 372 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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