The Merry Andrew; or, The Humours of a Fair. by Anonymous
"The Merry Andrew; or, The Humours of a Fair" by Anonymous is a playful and whimsical description of the lively atmosphere of a fair, likely written in the early 19th century. This book can be classified as a children's tale or a moralistic narrative, showcasing the amusements and happenings that characterize fairground life. It delves into themes of curiosity, folly, and the consequences of one's actions in a humorous and entertaining manner.In this tale, readers are introduced to a variety of characters, including children who partake in the fair's amusements, such as rides and games, and the whimsical figures of the fair, like Gaffer Gingerbread and the Mountebank. The story unfolds through the recounting of various incidents, such as Dick Wilson getting into trouble amidst the crowd and Wat Wilful’s ambitious fall from a ride. Throughout the narrative, important moral lessons about prudence, the dangers of gambling, and the value of time are imparted to the young audience, often conveyed in a light-hearted tone with engaging dialogue. The interactions among the characters provide both entertainment and insights into early approaches to children's literature and moral instruction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | The Merry Andrew; or, The Humours of a Fair. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Fairs -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49699 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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