Little Annie's Ramble (From "Twice Told Tales") by Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Author Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864
Title Little Annie's Ramble (From "Twice Told Tales")
Note Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twice-Told_Tales
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Summary "Little Annie's Ramble (From 'Twice Told Tales') by Nathaniel Hawthorne" is a short narrative written during the early 19th century. This work falls under the category of children's literature and explores the innocent adventures of a young girl named Annie as she wanders through a bustling town. The story illustrates themes of childhood wonder, innocence, and the contrasting experiences of childhood and adulthood. In "Little Annie's Ramble," the narrator guides little Annie on her explorations beyond her home, capturing the sights and sounds of their surroundings as they encounter various town life elements, such as shop windows filled with enticing goods, a colorful toy shop, and a menagerie of exotic animals. Throughout their journey, Annie's innocent curiosity is juxtaposed against the melancholic reflections of the narrator, illustrating the purity and joy of childhood while also acknowledging the burdens of adulthood. As they return home, the narrator ponders the importance of connecting with the simplicity and joy of a child's perspective, ultimately revealing that such experiences enrich the soul and remind one of the beauty inherent in life, despite its complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Historical fiction, American
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EBook-No. 9202
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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