"A Little Fleet" by Jack B. Yeats is a heartwarming anthology of tales perfect for young minds. The book unfolds with stories about handmade toy ships embarking on make-believe voyages on a small river and pond, fueling the boundless creativity inherent in childhood. Through his playful words and pictures, Yeats brings to life the amusing adventures of toy boats like the "Monte," "Moby Dick," "Theodore," "Pasear," and "New Corinthian," constructed from humble materials. Each chapter lovingly describes the building and exciting journeys of these little vessels as they face the challenges of the Gara river, including dangerous obstacles and unfortunate mishaps that lead to the ships sinking. Using soft humor and poetic language, Yeats honors the delights of friendship, daring escapades, and the expansive reach of childhood dreams and imagination.
A Little Fleet
By Jack B. (Jack Butler) Yeats
Handmade toy ships brave perilous waters and face unexpected mishaps, reminding us that imagination knows no bounds.
Summary
About the AuthorJack Butler Yeats RHA was an Irish artist. Born into a family of impoverished Anglo-Irish landholders, his father was the painter John Butler Yeats, and his brother was the poet W. B. Yeats. Jack B. was born in London but was raised in County Sligo with his maternal grandparents, before returning to London in 1887 to live with his parents. Afterwards he travelled frequently between the two countries; while in Ireland he lived mainly in Greystones, County Wicklow and in Dublin city.
Jack Butler Yeats RHA was an Irish artist. Born into a family of impoverished Anglo-Irish landholders, his father was the painter John Butler Yeats, and his brother was the poet W. B. Yeats. Jack B. was born in London but was raised in County Sligo with his maternal grandparents, before returning to London in 1887 to live with his parents. Afterwards he travelled frequently between the two countries; while in Ireland he lived mainly in Greystones, County Wicklow and in Dublin city.
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