Madam How and Lady Why
Madam How and Lady Why is a novel written by Charles Kingsley in 1867. The story follows the adventures of two children, Madam How and Lady Why, who live in a fantastical world filled with talking animals, fairies, and other magical creatures. The children embark on a series of quests, using their intelligence and curiosity to solve problems and overcome challenges. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old owl, a mischievous imp, and a kind-hearted fairy. Throughout the novel, Kingsley uses humor, wit, and satire to comment on various social and political issues of his time, such as the role of women in society, the nature of science and religion, and the dangers of unchecked ambition. The book is a delightful blend of fantasy, adventure, and social commentary, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages.
By Charles Kingsley · First published 1870 · Genre: Children's Literature, Nonfiction, Educational · 12 chapters · 84,536 words
First lines
You find it dull walking up here upon Hartford Bridge Flat this sad November day? Well, I do not deny that the moor looks somewhat dreary, though dull it need never be. Though the fog is clinging to the fir-trees, and creeping among the heather, till you cannot see as far as Minley Corner, hardly as far as Bramshill woods -- and all the Berkshire hills are as invisible as if it was a dark midnight -- yet there is plenty to be seen here at our very feet.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Nonfiction, Educational, Science, Nature
- Length: 84,536 words
- Structure: 12 chapters, 1,256 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The book is written in an approachable style aimed at helping children to appreciate and understand natural phenomena.
- Nonfiction — The book provides factual information on various aspects of the natural world and its phenomena.
- Educational — The book is designed to enlighten its readers about the natural world in an engaging and comprehensible manner.
- Science — It explores various scientific aspects that deal with the natural world.
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nature · science · philosophy · children's literature · education · environment · curiosity · exploration · imagination · morality · storytelling · cosmology
Contents
- THE GLEN
- EARTHQUAKES
- VOLCANOS
- THE TRANSFORMATIONS OF A GRAIN OF SOIL
- THE ICE-PLOUGH
- THE TRUE FAIRY TALE
- THE CHALK-CARTS
- MADAM HOW'S TWO GRANDSONS
- THE CORAL-REEF
- FIELD AND WILD
- THE WORLD'S END
- HOMEWARD BOUND