The Dustman is coming by Felix Leigh
The Dustman is Coming is a story about a young boy named Felix Leigh who lives in a small town in the Midwest. He is an orphan, living with his aunt and uncle, and he dreams of one day becoming a famous writer. One day, Felix hears a strange noise coming from outside his window. He looks out to see a mysterious figure in a long black coat and a wide-brimmed hat. The figure is the Dustman, a mysterious figure who comes to town every few years to take away the dead. Felix is fascinated by the Dustman and decides to follow him. He discovers that the Dustman is actually a kind and gentle soul who helps the dead find peace. Felix also learns that the Dustman is searching for something, and he decides to help him. Together, Felix and the Dustman embark on a journey to find the Dustman's lost love. Along the way, they encounter strange creatures, magical places, and powerful forces. As they travel, Felix learns more about the Dustman and his past, and he discovers the true meaning of friendship and love.
By Felix Leigh · First published 1883 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Horror · 107 words
First lines
Off to bed the pets must flock.
Look! it's nearly eight o'clock.
Baby's sleepy, so is Claire -- "Ah!" says Mother on the stair, To little folks that yawn and blink, "The dustman's coming, I should think."
Mother's right, for sure enough Here's the dustman, strong and bluff. "Dust ho! dust ho!" hear his cry, As the dust-cart rumbles by.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Felix Leigh
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Horror, Fantasy, Romance
- Length: 107 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Mystery — The title implies a sense of suspense and intrigue, suggesting a mystery plot.
- Thriller — The title implies a sense of danger and excitement, suggesting a thriller plot.
- Horror — The title implies a sense of fear and dread, suggesting a horror plot.
- Fantasy — The title implies a sense of the unknown and the supernatural, suggesting a fantasy plot.
Tags
Children's Picture Books · Children's poetry · English · Juvenile poetry · London (England) · bed · blink · bluff · children's poetry, english · claire · coming · cot