Story Hour Readers — Book Three: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Story Hour Readers — Book Three is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Coe, Ida; Dillon, Alice Christie (1876–?).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Story Hour Readers — Book Three" by Ida Coe and Alice Christie Dillon is a collection of children's stories and tales curated for young readers, likely created in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of narratives including fairy tales, fables, folklore, and classic stories from different cultures intended to entertain and educate children about moral lessons and the wonders of storytelling. The opening of this collection introduces several classic tales designed to captivate a young audience. It begins with Robert Louis Stevenson's "The Land of Story Books," which evokes the imagination of a child exploring the joys of storytelling. Following this charming poem, the beloved fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel" is presented, recounting the adventures of two children lost in the woods, encountering danger and magic. The narrative develops as Hansel and Gretel confront the Witch of the Forest and ultimately find their way home, blending themes of bravery, cunning, and the bond of siblings. This opening portion sets a delightful tone for the collection, emphasizing themes of adventure, discovery, and the lessons embodied in each story.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Story Hour Readers — Book Three
- Author credits: Coe, Ida; Dillon, Alice Christie (1876–?)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Readers
- Reading
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Short Stories
- Children's Instructional Books
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