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Toby Tyler; Or, Ten Weeks With A Circus

Toby Tyler; Or, Ten Weeks With A Circus

Otis, James

Paperback

General Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN10: 9354367194
ISBN13: 9789354367199
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jan 26 2021
Pages: 274
Weight: 0.89
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A boy's dream of freedom. A world of dazzling spectacle and hidden truths. In Toby Tyler; Or, Ten Weeks With A Circus, James Otis delivers a classic children's novel that has captivated generations with its blend of adventure, heart, and discovery. When young Toby, restless and misunderstood, runs away to join the circus, he plunges into a vibrant world of performers, animals, and the bittersweet realities that lie behind the big top. His journey - both thrilling and poignant - is a boyhood coming of age, echoing the spirit of Tom Sawyer style adventure but grounded in the unique rhythms of 19th century America. This unabridged classic edition is more than a runaway boy story; it is a window into circus life adventure at the height of Gilded Age America, painted with empathy and realism. Otis's storytelling invites readers into the heart of children's adventure fiction, making it an ideal read aloud chapter book for families, as well as a rich resource for homeschool literature study. The novel's enduring appeal lies in its honest portrayal of hope, disappointment, and the courage to return home - themes as resonant today as when first published. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are revisiting a beloved public domain children's classic or discovering it anew, Toby Tyler offers a timeless journey, restored for the next generation and ready to claim its place on every classic bookshelf.

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