Rootabaga pigeons: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Rootabaga pigeons is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sandburg, Carl (1878–1967).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Rootabaga Pigeons" by Carl Sandburg is a whimsical collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. The narrative features charming characters like the Potato Face Blind Man and various animals, including six pigeons and flamboyant figures like Hatrack the Horse. Sandburg's prose is imaginative and playful, embodying a sense of wonder that invites readers into the fantastical world of Rootabaga, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the Potato Face Blind Man who shares fantastical stories with a little girl named Blixie Bimber. The first tale features a green rat with rheumatism that shares experiences about a skyscraper being constructed to connect to the moon, and the struggles of workers trying to stop the moon from moving. In another vignette, we see Slipfoot, a character whose misadventures and slip-ups lead to humorous situations, showing a whimsical take on failure and persistence. The stories are rich with imaginative details, capturing the essence of childhood curiosity and the power of storytelling.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Rootabaga pigeons
- Author credits: Sandburg, Carl (1878–1967)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories, American
- Fairy tales -- United States
- Fantasy literature
- Short stories
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Short Stories
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