The Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other Stories: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Molesworth, Mrs. (1839–1921).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other Stories" by Mrs. Molesworth is a collection of children's stories written during the late 19th century. The book features whimsical narratives that celebrate childhood adventures, family dynamics, and moral lessons, often through the eyes of playful children engaged in imaginative activities. The book opens with "The Thirteen Little Black Pigs," where siblings Maxie and Dolly embark on a humorous count of pigs that leads to a quarrel, ultimately resolving their differences with the help of their understanding mother. Other stories in the collection, like "Right Hand and Left" and "A Friend in Need," explore themes of sibling relationships, friendship, and kindness, as the characters navigate their small worlds filled with both challenges and joy. The narratives are enriched with gentle lessons about empathy, understanding, and the importance of being kind, making this book an endearing read for children and parents alike.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other Stories
- Author credits: Molesworth, Mrs. (1839–1921)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories
- Short stories
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Short Stories
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