Piccolissima by Adélaïde de Montgolfier
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"Piccolissima" by Mrs. Follen is a charming story in the tradition of children's literature, likely written in the mid-19th century. This delightful narrative explores themes of curiosity, nature, and discovery through the eyes of Piccolissima, a tiny girl born to the famous Tom Thumb. With an enchanting blend of fantasy and natural history, the story introduces young readers to the intriguing world of insects and their behaviors while fostering a sense of
wonder and exploration. The story unfolds around Piccolissima, who is not more than an inch tall and is brought to life by her imaginative and adventurous spirit. As she grows, she navigates her delicate existence filled with whimsical encounters, such as conversing with flies and observing ants in their natural habitats. Her interactions with these insects serve as a springboard for exploring various aspects of natural history and the life cycles of her tiny companions, as well as reflecting on her own identity. Through her adventures, Piccolissima learns valuable lessons about nature, curiosity, and responsibility, making her journey both a lighthearted tale and an insightful exploration of the world around us. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Montgolfier, Adélaïde de, 1789-1880 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Follen, Eliza Lee Cabot, 1787-1860 |
| Title | Piccolissima |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairies -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Insects -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4049 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04049-3 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 443 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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