George and Alick by Anonymous (1881)
George and Alick is a heartwarming story about two brothers who are very different from each other. George is the older brother and is a bit of a rebel. He loves to take risks and push the boundaries. Alick is the younger brother and is more of a rule follower. He is content to stay in his comfort zone and not take any risks. When their parents go away for the weekend, the two brothers are left to their own devices. George decides to take Alick on an adventure, and the two of them set off on a journey that will test their courage and their bond as brothers. Along the way, they face danger and excitement, and learn valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of family.
By Anonymous · First published 1881 · Genre: Fiction, Adventure, Children's Literature · 2,892 words
First lines
"Well, you know, Annie, it is all very well to try to be kind to and help nice people -- people whom you like. It is the nicest thing in the world to help you, Annie, because you are always so good, and kind, and gentle. But there are people to whom I never could be kind, let me try ever so much."
"But Georgie," his sister began.
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George and Alick is listed on Textopian as a short story by Anonymous, dated 1881 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Anonymous
- Date: 1881 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Adventure, Children's Literature, Romance
- Length: 2,892 words
- Structure: 1 section, 49 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The title suggests a story about two characters, George and Alick, which implies a narrative fiction.
- Adventure — The title implies a story of two characters embarking on an adventure together.
- Children's Literature — The title is simple and straightforward, which suggests a story suitable for children.
- Romance — The title implies a story of two characters in a romantic relationship.
Tags
Children's stories · Christian life · Conduct of life · Juvenile fiction · alick · anger · annie · answered · boy · boys · christ · day