The Maid and the Magpie: An Interesting Tale Founded on Facts: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Maid and the Magpie: An Interesting Tale Founded on Facts is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Moreton, Charles.
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"The Maid and the Magpie" by Charles Moreton is a narrative poem written during the early 19th century. The book unfolds a tale of innocence, love, and mistaken accusations, revolving around themes of virtue and justice. It captures the challenges faced by a young maid named Annette, who serves a wealthy farmer amidst societal pressures and familial struggles. The story follows Annette, who, in the course of a summer evening, becomes entangled in a series of unfortunate events prompted by a mischievous magpie that steals a spoon. As she navigates the emotional turmoil surrounding her father's misfortunes and her budding romance with Blaisot, misunderstandings lead to her wrongful conviction of theft. Despite her innocence, the harsh realities of the law threaten her life. In a twist of fate, Blaisot, in his desperation, ultimately discovers the true thief and manages to prove her innocence just in time, leading to a dramatic conclusion that restores peace and highlights the triumph of love and virtue over misfortune and adversity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Maid and the Magpie: An Interesting Tale Founded on Facts
- Author credits: Moreton, Charles
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's poetry
- False imprisonment -- Juvenile poetry
- False testimony -- Juvenile poetry
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Poetry
- Children's Picture Books
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