Jack Parker by Thomas Anstey Guthrie
The story revolves around the life of Jack Parker, a young man from a poor background who rises to wealth and prominence through his determination and hard work. The novel explores themes of social class, morality, and personal identity as Jack navigates his new status and confronts the consequences of his actions.
By Thomas Anstey Guthrie · First published 1927 · Genre: Children's Literature, Comedy, Drama · 1,514 words
First lines
CHARACTERS. _Jack Parker_ ("_was a cruel boy, For mischief was his sole employ._" -- _Vide_) Miss JANE TAYLOR. _Miss Lydia Banks_ ("_though very young, Will never do what's rude or wrong._" -- _Ditto._) _Farmer Banks_ } By the Brothers GRIFFITHS. _Farmer Banks's Bull_ } _Chorus of Farm Hands._
SCENE. -- _A Farmyard._ R. _a stall from which the head of the Bull is visible above the half-door. Enter_ Farmer BANKS _with a cudgel_.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Thomas Anstey Guthrie
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Comedy, Drama, Musical, Fable
- Length: 1,514 words
- Structure: 1 section, 63 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The book features child characters and moral lessons suitable for a young audience.
- Comedy — The humorous antics of Jack Parker and the absurd situations create a comedic tone throughout the narrative.
- Drama — The interactions between characters and the conflict with the bull provide dramatic elements.
- Musical — The presence of songs and musical elements indicates a performance aspect typical of musicals.
Tags
Adventure · Canadian Literature · Coming-of-Age · Family Drama · Fiction · Historical Fiction · Humor · Identity · Literary Fiction · Male Protagonist · Morality · Novel