The Tale of Daddy Longlegs by Arthur Scott Bailey
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| Author | Bailey, Arthur Scott, 1877-1949 |
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| Illustrator | Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator) |
| Title |
The Tale of Daddy Longlegs Tuck-Me-In Tales |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Joe Longo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Tale of Daddy Longlegs" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a charming children's book likely written in the early 20th century. This whimsical narrative falls within the genre of children's literature, specifically targeting young readers with its animal characters and moral lessons. The book centers on the titular character, Daddy Longlegs, a harvestman (often referred to as a daddy longlegs spider) who navigates the ups and downs of life in Pleasant Valley, building relationships with his neighbors while encountering various humorous and adventurous situations. The story begins with the inhabitants of Pleasant Valley noticing the peculiar tracks of a newcomer, Daddy Longlegs, who soon becomes the subject of curiosity among other animals. As he settles into the community, Daddy Longlegs finds himself embroiled in a rivalry with Mr. Crow, leading to a contest of wits that establishes Daddy as a friend among the valley's critters. Throughout the tale, Daddy’s amiable personality and misadventures highlight themes of friendship, curiosity, and the importance of accepting oneself, even when facing challenges like losing a leg to a careless young boy. The book culminates in a whimsical twist when Daddy's friends decide to rename him "Grandfather Graybeard" after he loses a leg, adding a humorous yet endearing conclusion to his journey. Readers are treated to a delightful mix of humor and life lessons, illustrating the significance of community and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21426 |
| Release Date | May 13, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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