Snythergen by Hal Garrott
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About this eBook
| Author | Garrott, Hal |
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| Illustrator | Walker, Dugald Stewart, 1883-1937 |
| LoC No. | 23018643 |
| Title | Snythergen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Snythergen" by Hal Garrott is a whimsical children's novel written in the early 20th century. This charming tale follows the adventures of Snythergen, a uniquely tall and thin boy, who navigates life with a peculiar upbringing after being left on the doorstep of a couple who desperately desired a child. The story delves into themes of identity and belonging through Snythergen's interactions with his loving adoptive parents, his struggle with fitting in at school, and his subsequent adventures in a fantastical world. At the start of the story, Snythergen is introduced along with his mother, who, due to her financial struggles, leaves him in a basket on the doorstep of a childless couple. As they raise him, he experiences rapid growth due to their efforts to nourish him. His unusual physicality leads to humorous situations, particularly at school where he becomes the target of ridicule. The opening chapters showcase Snythergen's determination to cope with the challenges of being oversized and awkward, setting the stage for his eventual flight to a whimsical forest where he hopes to find acceptance among trees and animals. This engaging narrative combines elements of fantasy and adventure, introducing readers to a variety of colorful characters and imaginative scenarios. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Santa Claus -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Giants -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61079 |
| Release Date | Jan 2, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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