The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast by Ballantyne and Roscoe
"The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast" by R.M. Ballantyne is a charming children’s book written during the Victorian era, specifically in the mid-19th century. This delightful work belongs to the genre of children's literature and features whimsical storytelling aimed at entertaining very young readers. The book showcases a gathering of various insects and small animals who come together to celebrate at a feast, offering a light-hearted exploration of themes such as
friendship, togetherness, and the joys of nature. In this enchanting narrative, the trumpeter Gadfly invites a colorful assemblage of insects, including butterflies, beetles, and grasshoppers, to a festive ball. The characters each have their unique personalities and quirks, adding humor and warmth to the story. They share a bountiful meal laid out under a grand oak tree, featuring a mushroom table set with delicious treats, befitting of their vegetarian feast. As the evening progresses, the revelry ensues with dances, music, and playful antics, despite a few comedic mishaps caused by the lively atmosphere. Through its engaging prose and lively characters, the book offers young readers a whimsical glimpse into the magical world of nature and encourages the spirit of camaraderie during communal celebrations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
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| Author | Roscoe, William, 1753-1831 |
| Illustrator | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
| Title | The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Butterfly%27s_Ball,_and_the_Grasshopper%27s_Feast |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Insects -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21823 |
| Release Date | Jun 13, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 118 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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