The Queen of the Pirate Isle: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Queen of the Pirate Isle is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Harte, Bret (1836–1902).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Queen of the Pirate Isle" by Bret Harte is a charming children's adventure story written in the late 19th century. This delightful tale revolves around the imaginative escapades of a young girl named Polly, who, alongside her friends, creates a fantastical world where they become pirates. The narrative explores themes of imagination, childhood innocence, and the playful nature of young play-acting amidst their everyday lives. In the story, Polly and her friends engage in a whimsical game of pirates, inventing thrilling scenarios and adventures within their nursery and surrounding environments. When Polly is whimsically declared the "Queen" of their pirate gang, the group embarks on daring exploits, including an adventurous descent down a slide that leads them to a mysterious tunnel inhabited by a comical gang of "Red Rovers." The children face their fears and partake in lighthearted interactions with these disguised miners, leading to a realization that their imaginative play may have real-world implications. Ultimately, the tale concludes with Polly's fantasies giving rise to a surprise discovery of gold, emphasizing the blend of child's play and reality.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Queen of the Pirate Isle
- Author credits: Harte, Bret (1836–1902)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Imagination -- Juvenile fiction
- Play -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Picture Books
- Pirates, Buccaneers, Corsairs, etc.
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