Top-of-the-World Stories for Boys and Girls by Emilie Poulsson et al.
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About this eBook
| Translator | Poulsson, Emilie, 1853-1939 |
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| Contributor | Krohn, Julius, 1835-1888 |
| Contributor | Nyblom, Helena, 1843-1926 |
| Contributor | Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898 |
| Illustrator | Young, Florence Liley, 1872-1974 |
| Translator | Poulsson, Laura E. (Laura Elizabeth), 1851- |
| LoC No. | 16017491 |
| Title |
Top-of-the-World Stories for Boys and Girls Translated from the Scandinavian Languages |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Knut Spelevink, by Z. Topelius -- The Princess Lingdagull, by Z. Topelius -- Sikku and the trolls, by Z. Topelius -- Sampo Lappelil, by Z. Topelius -- A legend of mercy, by Z. Topelius -- Anton's errand, or The boy who made friends by the way, by Helena Nyblom -- The forest witch, by J. Krohn -- The testing of the two knights, by J. Krohn. |
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| Summary | "Top-of-the-World Stories for Boys and Girls" by Emilie Poulsson et al. is a collection of stories translated from Scandinavian languages, likely curated in the early 20th century. This compilation offers tales that are adventurous and engaging for children aged nine to fourteen, featuring themes from folklore and fairy tales that are suitable for a slightly older audience. The book showcases various characters, including a poor orphan boy named Knut who discovers a magical pipe, along with other memorable figures like the enchanting Princess Lindagull and the brave Sikku. The opening of the book sets the tone for the adventures that lie ahead with its introduction of Knut Spelevink, a cheerful yet hungry orphan living with his grandmother. Knut's modest life takes a turn when he finds a magic pipe that has the power to charm fish and birds. As he navigates challenges within the enchanting landscapes, he encounters trolls and other magical beings, which adds depth to his journey. The opening portion highlights themes of resilience, cleverness, and the importance of personal character as Knut faces various tests of wit and courage, encapsulating the spirit of the tales to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Children's stories, Scandinavian |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36465 |
| Release Date | Jun 19, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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