Jack and the Bean-Stalk: English Hexameters: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
Jack and the Bean-Stalk: English Hexameters: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Jack and the Bean-Stalk: English Hexameters is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Tennyson, Hallam Tennyson, Baron (1852–1928).
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"Jack and the Bean-Stalk: English Hexameters" by Hallam Tennyson is a poetic retelling of the classic fairy tale, written during the late 19th century. This work can be categorized as a children's story or a fairy tale adaptation, capturing themes of adventure and moral lessons through its engaging narrative. The book presents a rendition of the story of Jack, a young boy who embarks on a thrilling journey involving magic beans, a towering beanstalk, and encounters with a fearsome giant. In this version of the tale, Jack is introduced as a lazy youth living with his impoverished mother. After selling their only cow for a handful of beans, he discovers the magical beanstalk that grows overnight. Climbing it, Jack encounters a giant and his treasures, including a hen that lays golden eggs and a magical harp. Each time he visits the giant's castle, Jack steals something valuable, showcasing his cleverness, but also exposing the danger he faces from the giant. Ultimately, after a narrow escape that results in the giant's death, Jack returns home to a life transformed by his riches. The story underscores themes of bravery, resourcefulness, and the consequences of one's actions.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Jack and the Bean-Stalk: English Hexameters
- Author credits: Tennyson, Hallam Tennyson, Baron (1852–1928)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's poetry
- Fairy tales -- Juvenile poetry
- Giants -- Juvenile poetry
- Humorous poetry
- Wit and humor, Juvenile
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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