The Fawn and the Buck
The Fawn and the Buck is a short story written by Ambrose Bierce in 1890. The story follows the journey of a young fawn who becomes lost in the forest and encounters a buck who offers to help her find her way home. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including a fierce storm and a group of hunters. Through their adventures, the fawn learns valuable lessons about perseverance, courage, and the importance of friendship. The story is known for its vivid descriptions of nature and its exploration of themes such as growth, development, and the human condition.
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1899 · Genre: Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Literature · 83 words
First lines
A Fawn said to its father: "You are larger, stronger, and more active than a dog, and you have sharp horns. Why do you run away when you hear one barking?"
"Because, my child," replied the Buck, "my temper is so uncertain that if
I permit one of those noisy creatures to come into my presence I am likely to forget myself and do him an injury."
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The Fawn and the Buck is listed on Textopian as a fable by Ambrose Bierce, dated 1899 CE.
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- Work type: Fable
- Author: Ambrose Bierce
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Literature, Adventure, Animal
- Length: 83 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — As the title suggests animals being personified, the book is likely to be a work of fiction.
- Fantasy — If animals in the book are communicating and exhibiting human like behaviors, it can also be categorized as fantasy.
- Children's Literature — If it involves a story that is aimed at a younger audience, it would fall under children's literature category.
- Adventure — If the storyline covers the journey or adventures of the fawn and the buck, the book could be classified as adventure.
Tags
fiction · short story · animals · nature · adventure · humor · satire · allegory · symbolism · american literature · classic literature · 19th century literature