Tom, Dot and Talking Mouse and Other Bedtime Stories by Kernahan and Kernahan
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"Tom, Dot and Talking Mouse and Other Bedtime Stories" by J. G. & C. Kernahan is a collection of bedtime stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of loneliness, kindness, and redemption through charming narratives that intertwine human emotions with elements of nature. It invites readers into a world where characters such as a miller, a little girl, and an anthropomorphized mouse navigate their lives and relationships, prompting
reflection on the nature of happiness and compassion. The stories within the collection unfold various heartwarming adventures. The title story follows Tom Lecky, a miller who has become withdrawn after the woman he loves marries someone else. With the companionship of a talking mouse, Tom begins to rediscover kindness and generosity, leading to the unexpected arrival of a little girl named Dot, who transforms his lonely existence. Other tales, such as "The Old Rocking-Horse" and "The Message of the Lily," explore themes of nostalgia and selflessness, as inanimate objects and flowers carry messages of love, reminding us of the importance of connection and the impact of simple acts of kindness in the lives of others. Through these enchanting narratives, readers are encouraged to embrace compassion and find joy in caring for those around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kernahan, J. G. |
|---|---|
| Author | Kernahan, C. |
| Title | Tom, Dot and Talking Mouse and Other Bedtime Stories |
| Contents | The Miller's Mouse -- The Old Rocking Horse -- The Message of the Lily -- Water-Lily's Mission |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19409 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19409-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 466 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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