Jack the Giant Killer by Percival Leigh
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About this eBook
| Author | Leigh, Percival, 1813-1889 |
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| Illustrator | Leech, John, 1817-1864 |
| Title | Jack the Giant Killer |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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Produced by David Widger from images generously provided by The Internet Archive |
| Summary | "Jack the Giant Killer" by Percival Leigh is a narrative poem published in the mid-19th century. This whimsical tale belongs to the genre of children's literature and adventure stories, recounting the heroic exploits of a young lad named Jack as he confronts and defeats various giants and monsters. Set in a fairy-tale world reminiscent of Arthurian legend, the book explores themes of bravery, chivalry, and the triumph of good over evil. The story unfolds with Jack, a humble shepherd of noble lineage, who dreams of becoming a hero. His journey begins when he slays the vile giant Cormoran, which earns him the title of "Jack the Giant Killer." As he continues his adventures, Jack encounters a series of formidable foes, including the three-headed giant Catawampus and a wicked sorcerer named Slockdollagos. With cunning and bravery, he rescues countless captives and is eventually knighted by King Arthur himself. As Jack's fame grows, he embodies the ideals of strength and heroism, culminating in a joyful marriage and a prosperous life, assuring him a place in the annals of legend. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Wit and humor, Juvenile |
| Subject | Fairy tales -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45021 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 2, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 167 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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