The Cockatoo's Story by Mrs. George Cupples

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Author Cupples, George, Mrs., 1839-1898
Title The Cockatoo's Story
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Summary "The Cockatoo's Story" by Mrs. George Cupples is a children's fiction work written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the reflections of a white cockatoo, who grapples with feelings of shame and regret about his behavior towards the boy who cares for him. The story is imbued with themes of friendship, kindness, and the lessons learned through personal experience. At the start of the story, the cockatoo expresses his dissatisfaction with himself, feeling that he has been ungrateful to his owner, Master Herbert. The dialogue unfolds allowing for the introduction of Mrs. Polly, a gray parrot, who chides him for his sulkiness and encourages him to share his history. As Herbert arrives, he offers the cockatoo cake, which he reluctantly accepts, representing a pivot towards reconciliation and friendship. The cockatoo begins to recount his past, revealing his tumultuous journey from his carefree life in the Indian Islands filled with family and freedom to captivity, echoing a broader narrative about the importance of kindness and empathy towards others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Parrots -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 21685
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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