The Wallypug in London
by G. E. (George Edward) Farrow
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- EN
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Set in the late 19th century, "The Wallypug in London" by G. E. Farrow is a children's adventure novel featuring a whimsical story of a small, king-like character from the land of Why. The narrative follows the Wallypug and his unusual entourage, including the Doctor-in-Law, A. Fish, Esq., and the Jubilee Rhymester, as they arrive in London during Jubilee celebrations. The story recounts their interactions with the city and its inhabitants, leading to a series of humorous and fantastical misadventures. The book combines elements of fantasy and adventure, aimed at a young audience, and reflects the playful literary style typical of late 19th-century children's literature. It begins with an engaging preface that connects the narrative to its young readers and sets a lighthearted tone for the whimsical exploits that follow.
The novel is notable for its imaginative characters and humorous tone, characteristic of Victorian children's stories, and offers a glimpse into the playful storytelling traditions of the period. It was published in Glasgow by the University Press and is part of the public domain collection of children's literature from that era.
The novel is notable for its imaginative characters and humorous tone, characteristic of Victorian children's stories, and offers a glimpse into the playful storytelling traditions of the period. It was published in Glasgow by the University Press and is part of the public domain collection of children's literature from that era.
From the opening pages
cash, as it is drawn upon the bank of, “Don’t-you-wish-you-may-get-it,” at Why. General Mary Jane was inconsolable for some time after the departure of her soldier hero, but eventually married our milkman, a very steady and respectable man in the neighbourhood. Girlie and Boy and many other friends of the Wallypug greatly regretted that they were unable to say good-bye to his Majesty before he left; and often and often, as I sit alone in my study, I think about the simple-natured, good-hearted little fellow, and his remarkable followers, and wonder if I shall ever see them again. Who knows? i often think of them THE END GLASGOW: PRINTED AT THE UNIVERSITY PRESS BY ROBERT MACLEHOSE AND CO. FOOTNOTE: [1] He meant the tame ravens which are kept at the Tower. A CATALOGUE OF BOOKS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS OF METHUEN AND COMPANY PUBLISHERS: LONDON 36 ESSEX STREET W.C. CONTENTS page forthcoming books, 2 poetry, 10 belles lettres, 11 illustrated books, 13 history, 14 biography, 16 travel, adventure and topography, 18 general literature, 19 science, 21 philosophy, 22 theology, 22 leaders of religion, 24 fiction, 25 books for boys and girls, 34 the peacock library, 35 university extension series, 35 social questions of to-day, 36 classical translations, 37 educational books, 38 NOVEMBER 1897 November 1897. Messrs. Methuen’s announcements —————— Poetry SHAKESPEARE’S POEMS. Edited, with an Introduction and Notes, by George Wyndham , M.P. Crown 8vo. Buckram. 6s. This is a volume of the sonnets and lesser poems of Shakespeare, and is prefaced with an elaborate Introduction by Mr. Wyndham. ENGLISH LYRICS. Selected and Edited by W. E. Henley . Crown 8vo. Buckram. 6s. Also 15 copies on Japanese paper. Demy 8vo. 2, 2s. net. Few announcements will be more welcome to lovers of English verse than the one that Mr. Henley is bringing together into one book the finest lyrics in our language. NURSERY RHYMES. With many Coloured Pictures. By F. D. Bedford. Small 4to. 5s. This book has many beautiful designs in colour to illustrate the old rhymes. THE ODYSSEY OF HOMER. A Translation by J. G. Cordery . Crown 8vo. 7s. 6d. Travel and Adventure BRITISH CENTRAL AFRICA. By Sir H. H. Johnston , K.C.B. With nearly Two Hundred Illustrations, and Six Maps. Crown 4to. 30s. net. Contents. —(1) The History of Nyasaland and British Central Africa generally. (2) A detailed description of the races and languages of British Central…
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