The Story of Mrs. Tubbs: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Story of Mrs. Tubbs is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lofting, Hugh (1886–1947).
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"The Story of Mrs. Tubbs" by Hugh Lofting is a children's storybook written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the themes of kindness and friendship, following the challenges faced by the titular character, Mrs. Tubbs, an old woman who is forced to leave her home. The story combines whimsical animal characters with moral lessons, making it a delightful read for young audiences. The tale begins with Mrs. Tubbs living happily on a farm with her beloved animal companions: a dog named Peter Punk, a duck named Polly Ponk, and a pig named Patrick Pink. However, trouble arises when a nephew of the farm's owner arrives to evict Mrs. Tubbs. Heartbroken, she and her animals leave the farm, prompting them to hatch a plan to reclaim her home. With the help of various animal friends, including Tommy Squeak, the King of the Water-Rats, and Tilly Twitter, the Queen of the Swallows, they attempt several humorous schemes to drive the unwelcome guest away. Ultimately, through a series of clever and adventurous antics orchestrated by Punk, they succeed in getting rid of the intruder, allowing Mrs. Tubbs to return to her cherished home and live happily with her friends once more.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Story of Mrs. Tubbs
- Author credits: Lofting, Hugh (1886–1947)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Fantasy fiction
- Older women -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
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