The Milkmaid by Randolph Caldecott

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Author Caldecott, Randolph, 1846-1886
Title The Milkmaid
R. Caldecott's Picture Books
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sankar Viswanathan, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary "The Milkmaid" by Randolph Caldecott is a picture book created during the late 19th century. This delightful publication features a whimsical narrative presented through charming illustrations and playful verse, exploring themes of courtship and social expectations in a lighthearted manner. The story revolves around a conversation between a young milkmaid and a squire, highlighting her straightforwardness and charm as she navigates his courtship attempts. The playful exchange begins with the squire expressing interest in joining the milkmaid on her journey, ultimately leading to him asking about her fortune. The milkmaid's confident declaration that her beauty is her fortune humorously concludes their interaction when the squire, dismissing her lack of material wealth, decides he cannot marry her. Their banter showcases the innocence of youth and the humorous dynamics of romantic pursuits, making the book a delightful exploration of themes that resonate across time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Picture books for children
Subject Nursery rhymes, English
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EBook-No. 19868
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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