Excerpt from Quaint Old Stories to Read and Act
Much of the best traditional literature is essentially dramatic. Animals meet and talk, kings discourse with their subjects, rich men and poor men bring their cases before wise judges, fairies in disguise search the hearts of men by their questions, and even the pot and the kettle converse. To meet the call for dramatic material for children's use, thirty stories have been gathered from the literature of all countries, and set in dramatic form for reading and acting. They are not plays, though many of them could easily be staged. They are, as the title indicates, quaint old stories, in which so much of the action is carried on by conversation that it has needed only a retouching to make them dramatic in form as well as in spirit.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book compiles thirty classic stories from a variety of eras and cultures that the author has adapted into dramatic form, providing engaging tales rich in cultural context and valuable life lessons. The author provides a brief yet informative introduction to each story's origin, setting the stage for readers to immerse themselves in the diverse traditions and perspectives represented. These stories explore universal human experiences, offering insights into the complexities of life. From the clever Mouse outwitting the sly Cat in "The Cat and the Mouse" to the foolish Goodman whose well-intentioned actions lead to unexpected consequences in "What the Goodman Does Is Always Right," these narratives showcase the strengths of wit and folly, highlighting the importance of quick thinking and thoughtful decision-making. With themes that transcend time and place, this book offers a captivating tapestry of human experiences, capturing the essence of our shared humanity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243960736_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780243960736
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