A Round Dozen by Susan Coolidge

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Author Coolidge, Susan, 1835-1905
Illustrator Merrill, Frank T., 1848-1923
Title A Round Dozen
Contents The little white door -- Little Karen and her baby -- Helen's Thanksgiving -- At Fiesole -- Queen Blossom -- A small beginning -- The secret door -- The two wishes -- Blue and Pink -- A fortunate misfortune -- Toinette and the elves -- Jean's money, and what it bought -- How the storks came and went.
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Summary "A Round Dozen" by Susan Coolidge is a collection of charming short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories feature themes of childhood, adventure, and moral lessons, focusing on characters like Fritz, a boy who climbs a mountain to discover a magical door, and Queen Blossom, who, despite her illness, is celebrated by her friends. The vignettes are imbued with warmth and the timeless challenges of growing up. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to a world of wonder and folklore, beginning with the tale of a boy named Fritz who lives in the challenging environment of a valley plagued by unpredictable weather. Inspired by the sight of a mysterious white door atop a cliff, he embarks on a daring climb to investigate, discovering a magical realm inhabited by clouds that grant him a promise of good fortune in exchange for his virtue. This opening story sets a whimsical tone for the collection and hints at a world where kindness and courage lead to fantastical outcomes. Meanwhile, the narrative seamlessly weaves in other enchanting stories, like that of Queen Blossom, hinting at themes of friendship and resilience amid life's trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy literature
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children's stories
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 35186
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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