| Author |
Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965 |
| Illustrator |
Cady, Harrison, 1877-1970 |
| Title |
Little Joe Otter
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 92.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines, Cindy Beyer & the online Project Gutenberg team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net
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| Summary |
"Little Joe Otter" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's fiction book written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Little Joe Otter, a playful and curious creature known for his mischievous surprises and love for swimming in the Smiling Pool and the Laughing Brook. The narrative explores themes of family, adventure, and the lessons learned from nature, particularly through the eyes of Little Joe and his soon-to-be-expanded family. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Little Joe Otter, who is characterized by his playful nature and adept swimming skills. His presence surprises other forest creatures, and it is hinted that he may have brought home a mate, Mrs. Joe. As Peter Rabbit and other characters discuss Little Joe's mysterious whereabouts, they express curiosity about his potential family. The narrative sets a whimsical and adventurous tone, inviting readers to follow Little Joe's journey as he navigates the challenges of life in the wild, including encounters with friends and foes, highlighting the importance of caution and awareness in the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Animals -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Otters -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65314 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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