The Little White Bird; Or, Adventures in Kensington Gardens by J. M. Barrie
"The Little White Bird; Or, Adventures in Kensington Gardens" by J. M. Barrie is a whimsical novel written during the early 20th century. The book introduces readers to the character of David, a little boy whose relationship with his father-like figure unfolds through various intriguing sketches of life in Kensington Gardens. The narrative is imbued with a blend of fanciful imagination and poignant realities, exploring themes of childhood, parental relationships, and the
world of make-believe. The opening of the book presents a richly detailed glimpse into the mind of the narrator, who expresses both affection and ambivalence towards David and his mother, Mary. We witness playful conversations between David and the narrator, filled with banter about age, beauty, and maternal instincts. The narrator reflects on David’s admiration for Mary, the nursery governess, and his whimsical belief that children transform into birds before they’re caught by the adult world. As the scene unfolds, we encounter the contrast between the innocence of childhood and the complexities of adult emotions, setting the stage for a narrative that combines humor with reflections on life and love in a vibrant Los Angeles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barrie, J. M. (James Matthew), 1860-1937 |
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| Title | The Little White Bird; Or, Adventures in Kensington Gardens |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Little_White_Bird |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Peter Pan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kensington Gardens (London, England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kensington (London, England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fairies -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1376 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 865 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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