The Story of a Bold Tin Soldier by Laura Lee Hope
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"The Story of a Bold Tin Soldier" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's book written in the early 20th century. This charming tale follows the adventures of a tin soldier and his toy companions who come to life when no humans are around. The narrative explores themes of bravery, friendship, and the imagination of children, as the toys engage in various make-believe scenarios while waiting for their eventual homes with children.
The story begins in a department store where the Bold Tin Soldier takes charge of a make-believe military drill, captivating his fellow toys. As the adventure unfolds, the soldier saves a Calico Clown from a dangerous situation involving a gas flame, showcasing his bravery. Throughout the book, the soldier hopes for a boy who will care for him, which eventually comes true when a child named Arnold buys him. The narrative highlights the joy of playtime, the bond among the toys, and the excitement of embarking on new adventures, all while gently weaving in lessons about courage and camaraderie. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hope, Laura Lee |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator) |
| Title | The Story of a Bold Tin Soldier |
| Credits |
Produced by Curtis A. Weyant, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 91.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Toys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Military miniatures -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6307 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06307-2 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Mar 20, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 537 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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