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Queer Stories for Boys and Girls by Edward Eggleston

Queer Stories for Boys and Girls

By Edward Eggleston

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of fairies and elusive keyholes, a boy's comical quest promises laughter and charm for young hearts.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Literature

Released

2006-11-22

Formats

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Summary

"Queer Stories for Boys and Girls" by Edward Eggleston is a collection of imaginative tales aimed at young readers with stories, set in the late 1800s, of characters like Bobby Towpate and Mr. Blake, who undertake unusual adventures filled with humor and life lessons. Using accessible language, the author blends creativity into stories about fantastical adventures. One notable story is about Bobby who meets a fairy and then goes on a funny journey to find a keyhole that seems to move away from him. This and other stories mix magical events with everyday ideas about family life, simple pleasures, and dealing with being poor. This whimsical story introduces more charming stories that follow in the collection.

About the Author
Edward Eggleston was an American historian and novelist.

Average Rating

4.0

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Total Reviews

10.0k

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