Merry Tales: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Merry Tales: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Merry Tales is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Skinner, Ada M. (Ada Maria) (1878–?); Skinner, Eleanor L. (Eleanor Louise) (1872–?).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Merry Tales" by Eleanor L. Skinner and Ada M. Skinner is a collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. The book presents a variety of engaging tales that are intended to entertain young readers while also fostering a love for folklore and mythology. The stories are designed to have literary value and are accessible for children, making it a suitable choice for supplementary reading. At the start of "Merry Tales," the book introduces a variety of whimsical characters and narratives. The current anecdotes involve a clever monkey outsmarting a crocodile, a hillman assisting a selfish housewife, and a series of animal adventures, each rich in morals and humor. These stories set the stage for a delightful exploration of themes like wit, friendship, and resourcefulness, engaging the imagination and interest of young readers while seamlessly blending fun and teaching valuable life lessons.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Merry Tales
- Author credits: Skinner, Ada M. (Ada Maria) (1878–?); Skinner, Eleanor L. (Eleanor Louise) (1872–?)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories
- Fairy tales
- Readers (Primary)
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Short Stories
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