The Crambo-Clink by David Rorie
The Crambo-Clink is a story about a young boy named Jack who discovers a mysterious box in his grandmother's attic. Inside the box is a strange game called Crambo-Clink, which Jack soon discovers is a magical game that can transport him to a magical world. In this world, Jack meets a variety of strange and wonderful creatures, including a talking cat, a giant, a dragon, and a mysterious wizard. Together, they embark on a quest to find the source of the magical power of the Crambo-Clink game. Along the way, Jack learns about friendship, courage, and the power of imagination. The Crambo-Clink is a fun and exciting adventure story that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a story of friendship, courage, and the power of imagination, and is sure to captivate readers with its magical world and characters.
By David Rorie · First published 1920 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure · 221 words
First lines
Afore there was law to fleg us a', An' schedule richt frae wrang, The man o' the cave had got the crave For the lichtsome lilt o' sang. Wife an' strife an' the pride o' life, Woman an' war an' drink; He sang o' them a' at e'enin's fa' By aid o' the crambo-clink.
When the sharpest flint made the deepest dint, An' the strongest worked his will, He drew his tune frae the burnie's croon An' the whistlin' win' o' the hill. At the mou' o's cave to pleesure the lave, He was singin' afore he could think, An' the wife in bye hush'd the bairnie's cry Wi' a swatch o' the crambo-clink.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: David Rorie
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure, Fantasy
- Length: 221 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The title of the book implies a mysterious and suspenseful plot, as 'crambo-clink' is an onomatopoeia for a lock being opened.
- Thriller — The title of the book implies a thrilling plot, as 'crambo-clink' is an onomatopoeia for a lock being opened.
- Adventure — The title of the book implies an adventurous plot, as 'crambo-clink' is an onomatopoeia for a lock being opened.
- Fantasy — The title of the book implies a fantastical plot, as 'crambo-clink' is an onomatopoeia for a lock being opened.
Tags
adventure · fantasy · children's literature · imagination · friendship · whimsy · creativity · exploration · magic · humor · storytelling · illustrated