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The Story of a Monkey on a Stick: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

The Story of a Monkey on a Stick: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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The Story of a Monkey on a Stick is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hope, Laura Lee.

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Story of a Monkey on a Stick" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's story written in the early 20th century. This delightful work falls within the genre of make-believe stories, meant to entertain and engage young readers through its whimsical characters and adventures. The narrative likely centers around the escapades of a toy monkey who discovers new environments and friends after being gifted to a child, sparking curiosity about the adventures of inanimate objects. The story opens with the Monkey on a Stick awakening in an unfamiliar place, having been moved from the toy store to a child's home as a birthday present. The Monkey befriends other toys like the Candy Rabbit and embarks on various adventures, including a mischievous episode with a Cotton Doll and an encounter with a goat determined to eat the Candy Rabbit. Throughout the book, the Monkey displays bravery and camaraderie in protecting his friends and participating in imaginative play. Ultimately, the story culminates in a lively show featuring all the toys, highlighting themes of friendship, adventure, and the joy found in imaginative play. The engaging adventures of the Monkey on a Stick will surely captivate young readers and inspire their imaginations.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The Story of a Monkey on a Stick
  • Author credits: Hope, Laura Lee
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Toys -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Novels

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