Poppa Needs Shorts by Walt Richmond and Leigh Richmond

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Author Richmond, Walt, 1922-1977
Author Richmond, Leigh, 1911-1995
Illustrator Schoenherr, John, 1935-2010
Title Poppa Needs Shorts
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Summary "Poppa Needs Shorts" by Walt Richmond and Leigh Richmond is a short story published in the early 1960s. This story blends elements of humor and childlike curiosity as it follows a young boy's imaginative interpretations of the world around him, particularly related to the concept of electrical shorts. The narrative reflects on the innocence of childhood and the unique ways kids process and understand the information they encounter. The story centers around little Oley, a four-year-old boy who has a knack for misunderstanding complex adult concepts, particularly the idea of electrical shorts. As Oley innocently experiments with various items, including a brightly colored juice and an ice pick, he connects them with his perception of "shorts," illustrating his amusing interpretations of adult dialogue and situations. The climax occurs when Oley, trying to make sense of what he's learned, causes a short circuit in an electrical cable while attempting to help his father. This unintentional act leads to a humorous yet precarious situation, showcasing Oley's development and the adults’ bewildered reactions as they contend with his unique perspective on the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Electricity -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 29789
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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