Buggys Babies by Arthur Gask (1944)
Buggys Babies is a novel by Arthur Gask, first published in 1925. It tells the story of a young couple, John and Mary, who are expecting their first child. They are both excited and scared about the prospect of parenthood, and the novel follows their journey as they prepare for the arrival of their baby. The novel is set in the early 20th century, and follows the couple as they navigate the changing social norms of the time. They must decide whether to use a buggy or a pram, and how to care for their baby. They also face the challenge of finding a suitable home for their growing family. The novel is full of humour and insight into the lives of young parents, and is a charming and heart-warming read. It is a classic of its time, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of parenting.
By Arthur Gask · First published 1944 · Genre: Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction · 2,879 words
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Black as night was Buggy, the Scotch terrier, of Mudside Farm, and surely never was there a more picturesque, ugly little dog. His huge head seemed many times too big for his slender little body, his legs were short and stumpy, and his flat, squat paws of an enormous size. His rough and shaggy coat was as thick as the thickest mat you could ever see.
For all his ugliness, however, everybody loved him, and, directly they caught sight of him, all children and most grown-ups, too, wanted to snatch him up and give him a good hug. Notwithstanding his sad and melancholy eyes, like pools of blackest ink, he was a jovial, merry little fellow, and inclined to be friendly with everyone.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Gask
- Date: 1944 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama
- Length: 2,879 words
- Structure: 1 section, 63 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — Buggys Babies is a novel written by Arthur Gask, making it a work of fiction.
- Romance — The book follows the story of two characters, Buggys and Babies, as they fall in love and navigate their relationship, making it a romance novel.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the early 20th century, making it a historical fiction novel.
- Drama — The book follows the characters as they face various obstacles and challenges in their relationship, making it a drama novel.
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children · adventure · friendship · family · imagination · fantasy · humor · growth · exploration · animals · play · relationships