The Bear-Story. that Alex "Ist Maked up his-Own-
The story revolves around a bear who tells a tale of his adventures to a group of animals. The bear's narrative is full of exaggerations and fabrications, which are gradually exposed by the other animals. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the bear has made up most of his experiences, leading to a comedic confrontation between the bear and his audience.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1870 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fable, Adventure · 2,105 words
First lines
W'y, wunst they wuz a Little Boy went out In the woods to shoot a Bear. So, he went out 'Way in the grea'-big woods -- he did. -- An' he Wuz goin'along -- an'goin'along, you know, An' purty soon he heerd somepin' go "_Wooh! _" -- Ist thataway -- "_Woo-ooh! _" An' he wuz _skeered_, He wuz. An' so he runned an' clumbed a tree -- A grea'-big tree, he did, -- a sicka-_more_ tree.
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The Bear-Story. that Alex "Ist Maked up his-Own-Se'F" is listed on Textopian as a short story by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1870 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fable, Adventure, Humor, Fantasy
- Length: 2,105 words
- Structure: 1 section, 19 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The story features a young protagonist, simple language, and a fantastical adventure, typical of children's literature.
- Fable — The narrative includes talking animals and a moral lesson, aligning with the characteristics of a fable.
- Adventure — The plot revolves around a young boy's adventurous encounter with bears in the woods.
- Humor — The exaggerated events and playful language contribute to a humorous tone.
Tags
Children's Literature · Fable · Animal Story · Moral Tale · Satire · Humor · Nonsense Verse · Poetic Prose · Whimsy · Fantasy · Make-Believe · Imagination