Plish and Plum by Wilhelm Busch
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About this eBook
| Author | Busch, Wilhelm, 1832-1908 |
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| Translator | Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883 |
| Uniform Title | Plish und Plum. English |
| Title | Plish and Plum |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Plish and Plum" by Wilhelm Busch is a whimsical children's book written in the late 19th century. This charming narrative, originally produced in German and translated by Charles T. Brooks, centers around the adventures of two dogs, Plish and Plum, as they navigate playful mischief and the dynamics of their human companions. The book highlights themes of childhood innocence, exuberance, and the antics of young pets, making it a delightful read for children and families. The story follows Paul and Peter, two boys who rescue Plish and Plum from drowning and subsequently take them home, where they become an integral part of the family. The dogs quickly become involved in various mischievous activities, leading to humorous chaos in the household. Their presence causes a mix of exasperation and affection from their owners, as the boys navigate the challenges of discipline and the joys of companionship. As the tale unfolds, Plish and Plum's antics ultimately culminate in a turning point when their loyalty and training lead to unexpected rewards, showcasing the bond between pets and their owners within a lighthearted and engaging context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Dogs -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Wit and humor, Juvenile |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Pets -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Brothers -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Animal welfare -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37188 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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