On a Fly-Leaf of Irving

Name: On a Fly-Leaf of Irving
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston

"On a Fly-Leaf of Irving" by Annie Fellows Johnston is a novel that explores the life and legacy of American author Washington Irving. The story follows the journey of a young woman named Elinor as she travels to Irving's home in Tarrytown, New York, where she discovers a hidden fly-leaf with a message from Irving himself. Through her encounter with the fly-leaf, Elinor gains insight into Irving's life and work, and learns about the power of literature to transcend time and space.

By Annie Fellows Johnston · First published 1920 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fiction, Adventure · 66 words

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WELCOME art thou, O singer! / If thou dost know a song / That makes the long eve shorter / Because its joys are long.

Welcome art thou, tale-bearer, / If thou canst bear away / Part of the cares that burden / The dull and dreary day.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston
Date: 1920 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Literature, Fiction, Adventure
Length: 66 words
Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs

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Children's Literature — The book is largely targeted at a younger audience with easy language and direct narratives. Its themes and morals are also ideal for children's literature.
Fiction — The book entails an artificial universe with made-up characters and events which falls under fictional literature.
Adventure — The book encompasses a series of exciting and often dangerous events involving its protagonists.