The Story of a Lamb on Wheels by Laura Lee Hope
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"The Story of a Lamb on Wheels" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's story written in the early 20th century. This enchanting tale revolves around a toy lamb, the central character, who embarks on a whimsical journey filled with adventures. The book captures the playful world of toys coming to life when human eyes are not watching, showcasing their desires and challenges in seeking a loving home. The narrative follows the
Lamb on Wheels as she wishes for a kind child to adopt her, much like her friend, the Sawdust Doll. After being purchased by a jovial sailor, she fears imminent seasickness as he prepares to take her on an ocean trip. However, fate intervenes when she is inadvertently rolled down a coal hole and later found by children who mistake her for a real lamb. She experiences a series of delightful yet perilous escapades, including sailing down a brook on a raft. Ultimately, the Lamb is reunited with her beloved owner, Mirabell, bringing a heartwarming conclusion to her eventful story. This narrative blends imagination and adventure, making it a charming read for young audiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hope, Laura Lee |
|---|---|
| Title | The Story of a Lamb on Wheels |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Toys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5804 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-05804-7 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Sep 25, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 419 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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