Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Carriage
Uncle Wiggily, a rabbit gentleman, lives in a hollow stump bungalow with Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy, a muskrat lady housekeeper. One day, Baby Bunty, a lively little rabbit girl, calls out to Uncle Wiggily, hoping he will take her for a ride in her red carriage. Uncle Wiggily, however, plans to visit Grandfather Goosey Gander and declines, promising to play with her another time. Bunty decides to go into the woods to pick wildflowers. Uncle Wiggily visits Grandfather Goosey Gander, and they reminisce about their younger days. Goosey suggests that Uncle Wiggily needs someone to keep him lively, to which Uncle Wiggily mentions Baby Bunty. They decide to return to Uncle Wiggily's bungalow to see Bunty. On their way, they see Bunty's carriage rolling down a hill. Uncle Wiggily, fearing Bunty is inside, hops after it, despite Goosey's doubts about his ability to catch it due to his age and stiffness. Uncle Wiggily manages to stop the carriage, only to find it filled with wildflowers instead of Bunty. Bunty, safe at the top of the hill with Goosey, explains that the carriage slipped away while she was picking flowers. Uncle Wiggily's chase, though unnecessary, proves he is still spry, much to the amusement of Bunty and Goosey.
By Howard R. Garis · First published 1919 · Genre: Children's Fiction, Animal Fable, Adventure · 1,159 words
First lines
"Oh, Uncle Wiggily, Uncle Wiggily," called a jolly voice one day outside the hollow stump bungalow, where Mr. Longears, the rabbit gentleman, lived with Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy, the muskrat lady housekeeper.
"Ha! I wonder if that's Sammie or Susie Littletail, or Johnnie or Billie Bushytail? " asked Uncle Wiggily, as he turned a leaf of the cabbage newspaper he was reading.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Howard R. Garis
- Date: 1919 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Fiction, Animal Fable, Adventure, Humor, Fantasy
- Length: 1,159 words
- Structure: 1 section, 35 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Children's Fiction — The playful narrative, engaging dialogue, and anthropomorphic characters are designed specifically for a young audience.
- Animal Fable — The story employs animal characters in a moral and whimsical context, echoing the classic style of fables.
- Adventure — A dynamic plot featuring a runaway carriage and a spirited chase underscores an adventurous tone.
- Humor — The narrative's quirky dialogue and absurd situations contribute to a humorous atmosphere.
Tags
children's literature · illustrated · fantasy · adventure · animal characters · whimsical · vintage · classic · anthropomorphic · folklore · moral lessons · family friendly
More by Howard R. Garis
- The Second Adventures of Uncle Wiggily (1914)
- Uncle Wiggily on the Farm (1903)
- Uncle Wiggily's Silk Hat (1923)
- Uncle Wiggily's Fishing Trip (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily's Rolling Hoop (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Baby Bunty (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Skates (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Ride (1918)
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