The Admiral's Caravan by Charles E. Carryl

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Author Carryl, Charles E. (Charles Edward), 1841-1920
Illustrator Birch, Reginald Bathurst, 1856-1943
Title The Admiral's Caravan
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Summary "The Admiral's Caravan" by Charles E. Carryl is a children's fantasy novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Dorothy, her uncle, and their whimsical adventures with various anthropomorphic characters, including the quirky Admiral and his eccentric friends. The narrative explores imaginative and surreal scenarios, where ordinary objects come to life and embark on mischievous journeys, appealing to a sense of wonder and creativity. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Dorothy and her uncle at the quaint Blue Admiral Inn. Here, Dorothy interacts with a wooden statue known as the Admiral, who mysteriously gains the ability to speak, setting off a series of fantastical events. In the midst of a rainy Christmas Eve, Dorothy finds herself drawn into a surreal world after the Admiral’s antics lead her on an adventure that involves strange characters like a talking Stork and a magic ferry. The whimsical tone of the opening chapters establishes a playful atmosphere, teeming with humor and imagination, inviting readers to join in Dorothy’s enchanting and curious escapades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fairy tales
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EBook-No. 24379
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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