Fairy Tales from Gold Lands by May Wentworth
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About this eBook
| Author | Wentworth, May |
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| Title | Fairy Tales from Gold Lands |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Santa-Claus and the Christ-child -- The Moorish pearls -- The two good-for-nothings -- Ching Chong Chinaman -- Zaletta -- The strong man of Santa Barbara -- Jung-Frau Maleen -- Juanetta -- Emperor Norton -- Death's valley. |
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| Summary | "Fairy Tales from Gold Lands" by May Wentworth is a collection of enchanting stories written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of California during the gold rush era, the tales weave together themes of romance, mysticism, and childhood innocence. The narratives aim to capture the imaginative spirit of children, filled with wonder and adventure, featuring various characters that reflect the cultural diversity of the time. The opening portion of the collection introduces readers to a range of characters and settings, beginning with the tale of Minnie Bell, a young girl eager for Christmas gifts, and her interaction with an adult narrating the story of Santa Claus. It evokes a sense of holiday magic and childhood longing. Following this, the narrative shifts dramatically to the story of a wealthy Spanish couple in California yearning for a child, which unfolds beautifully with the arrival of their daughter, Lenore, and her rich cultural heritage. The excerpt also hints at tales that will feature themes of enchantment, as illustrated through the parents' hopes and the eerie legends shared by an old duenna, setting the stage for a blend of fairy tale elements and life lessons intertwined within the rich fabric of Californian folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | California -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56155 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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