Wise Men and a Mule by W. C. Tuttle
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"Wise Men and a Mule" by W. C. Tuttle is a humorous novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set in the American West and centers around a group of eccentric characters planning a unique Christmas celebration. The book's likely topic revolves around the antics and mishaps of these characters as they prepare to put on a Christmas play, highlighting themes of community, humor, and the festive spirit in
an unconventional setting. The story follows an ensemble of quirky characters, primarily Magpie Simpkins, Ike Harper, and Dirty Shirt Jones, as they embark on the ambitious task of organizing a Christmas pageant in their small town of Piperock. Faced with challenges such as an unruly mule named Maud S, a questionable orchestra, and a series of comical mishaps, the group tries to create a memorable celebration. The story unfolds with a blend of absurdity and wit, culminating in chaotic scenes involving the mule, a steer dressed as Sandy Claws, and the ensuing pandemonium that erupts during the performance. Through this comedic chaos, Tuttle captures the essence of the holiday spirit and the unpredictability of community events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tuttle, W. C. (Wilbur C.), 1883-1969 |
|---|---|
| Title | Wise Men and a Mule |
| Original Publication | United States: The Ridgway Company,1922. |
| Series Title | Produced from the February 20, 1922 issue of Adventure magazine. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Simpkins, Magpie (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Harper, Ike (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Christmas pageants -- Fiction |
| Subject | Piperock (Montana : Imaginary place) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66823 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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