"A Frog He Would A-Wooing Go" by Randolph Caldecott is a charming children's story from the late 1800s, which presents the comical escapades of a frog who seeks the affections of a lovely mouse, leading him on an adventure filled with encounters with fellow animals. The tale, reminiscent of classic children's stories, is brought to life through lively pictures that capture the imaginations of young readers as it follows a brave frog, pushed by his mother, to visit Miss Mousey with romance in mind. Accompanied by a rat on his journey to Miss Mousey’s home, the duo hopes for music and good times, but their enjoyment is cut short by a cat and her kittens, leading to a surprising series of events and a tough ending for the frog because of a duck. With humor and playful trouble, the story becomes a captivating experience that touches on friendship, courage, and the chances of what life may bring.
A Frog He Would A-Wooing Go
By Randolph Caldecott
A determined frog's quest for love turns into a wild adventure with new friends, unexpected dangers, and a surprising twist ending.
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About the AuthorRandolph Caldecott was a British artist and illustrator, born in Chester. The Caldecott Medal was named in his honour. He exercised his art chiefly in book illustrations. His abilities as an artist were promptly and generously recognised by the Royal Academy. Caldecott greatly influenced illustration of children's books during the nineteenth century. Two books illustrated by him, priced at a shilling each, were published every Christmas for eight years.
Randolph Caldecott was a British artist and illustrator, born in Chester. The Caldecott Medal was named in his honour. He exercised his art chiefly in book illustrations. His abilities as an artist were promptly and generously recognised by the Royal Academy. Caldecott greatly influenced illustration of children's books during the nineteenth century. Two books illustrated by him, priced at a shilling each, were published every Christmas for eight years.
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