The Giant Hands; or, the Reward of Industry by Alfred Crowquill
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"The Giant Hands; or, the Reward of Industry" by Alfred Crowquill is a children's fairy tale written in the mid-19th century, reflecting the Victorian era's values and storytelling style. This whimsical narrative revolves around the importance of hard work, industry, and perseverance, illustrating how diligence can lead to success and rewards. The story follows a young boy named Willie, who, after the loss of his father, resolves to support his ailing mother
by seeking work. As he ventures into the world, he encounters a pair of gigantic, magical hands that aid him in various challenges. These hands assist him in overcoming obstacles, such as crossing perilous waters and confronting a dangerous ogress while working in her castle. Willie's hard work is continuously supported by these magical hands, ultimately leading to his success as he becomes valued for his industriousness. The tale concludes with Willie returning home, enriched by his experiences, embodying the moral that those who are industrious will reap rewards, a timeless message meant to inspire young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Crowquill, Alfred, 1804-1872 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Giant Hands; or, the Reward of Industry |
| Credits |
Produced by Internet Archive; University of Florida, David Garcia, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mothers and sons -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Work ethic -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Ghouls and ogres -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10816 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10816-2 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 697 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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