Chico, the story of a homing pigeon: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Chico, the story of a homing pigeon is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Blanchard, Lucy Mansfield Blanchard (1870–?).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Chico, The Story of a Homing Pigeon" by Lucy M. Blanchard is a children's narrative likely written during the early 20th century. The book centers around a young boy named Andrea and his desire to train a homing pigeon named Chico, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the beauty of life in Venice through the experiences of the characters and their interactions with the vibrant city. The opening of the book introduces us to the Minetti family living in Venice, where the children, Andrea and Maria, are looked after by their uncle, Old Paolo. The lively atmosphere of St. Mark's Square is vividly depicted as the children bond with the local pigeons. Their longing for a pet pigeon culminates when Paolo promises that Andrea can have a fledgling pigeon, igniting dreams of training him to carry messages. The narrative beautifully sets the stage for Andrea's adventures with Chico, revealing a rich Italian backdrop while hinting at the deeper connection between the characters and their environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Chico, the story of a homing pigeon
- Author credits: Blanchard, Lucy Mansfield Blanchard (1870–?)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Birds -- Juvenile fiction
- Homing pigeons -- War use -- Juvenile fiction
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Italy -- Juvenile Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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