Policeman Bluejay by L. Frank Baum

The story revolves around a young boy who becomes a policeman and must deal with various crimes and misadventures in his community. He faces challenges from both within and outside the police force, including corruption and personal struggles. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about justice, morality, and the importance of doing what is right.

By L. Frank Baum · First published 1905 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 22 chapters · 34,455 words

First lines

"SEEMS to me, Chub," said Twinkle, "that we're lost."

"Seems to me, Twink," said Chubbins, "that it isn't "we" that's lost. It's the path."

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Policeman Bluejay is listed on Textopian as a novel by L. Frank Baum, dated 1905 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: L. Frank Baum
• Date: 1905 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Humor, Animal Fiction
• Length: 34,455 words
• Structure: 22 chapters, 844 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Children's Literature — The book is primarily aimed at a young audience, featuring themes and characters that resonate with children.
• Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements and imaginative settings typical of the genre.
• Adventure — The plot involves a journey and various challenges faced by the protagonist, characteristic of adventure stories.
• Humor — The writing style incorporates comedic elements and light-hearted situations, appealing to both children and adults.

Tags

Fantasy · Children's Literature · Animal Fiction · Adventure · Mystery · Detective Story · Young Adult · Coming of Age · Social Commentary · Satire · Humor · Magical Realism

Contents

• "Little Ones in Trouble"
• "the Forest Guardian"
• "the Child-Larks"
• "an Afternoon Reception"
• "the Oriole's Story"
• "a Merry Adventure"
• "the Bluejay's Story"
• "Mrs. Hootaway"
• "the Destroyers"
• "in the Eagle's Nest"
• "the Orphans"
• "the Guardian"
• "the King Bird"
• "a Real Fairyland"
• "the Lake of Dry Water"
• "the Beauty Dance"
• "the Queen Bee"
• "Good News"
• "the Rebels"
• "the Battle"
• "the Tingle-Berries"
• "the Transformation"

More by L. Frank Baum

• The Enchanted Buffalo (1919)
• The Tigers Eye: A Jungle Fairy Tale (1902)
• A Kidnapped Santa Claus (1902)
• The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900)
• Tip Manufactures a Pumpkinhead (1906)
• The Marvelous Powder of Life (1905)
• The Flight of the Fugitives (1907)
• Tip Makes an Experiment in Magic (1903)
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