TY - BOOK AU - Various TI - Harper's Round Table, December 15, 1896 AV - AP PY - 2019/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Children's periodicals N1 - Release date is 2019-08-17; Produced by Annie R. McGuire; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Harper's Round Table, December 15, 1896" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a variety of articles and stories aimed at a young audience, written during the late 19th century. This issue includes a mix of narratives, educational content, and illustrations, capturing the interests and curiosities of children at that time. Among the compelling stories presented is "The Mystery of the Swamp" by Joel Chandler Harris, which introduces young readers to adventures filled with charm and intrigue. At the start of the narrative, we meet Little Crotchet, a boy from a plantation in Middle Georgia who, despite being unable to walk due to an illness, navigates his world with grace using crutches. His unique bond with his gray pony fascinates both the townsfolk and the local African American community, who regard him as a figure of wonder. The plot unfolds as a mystery involving a persistent blue smoke rising from the nearby Spivey’s Canebrake swamp, sparking curiosity among the characters. Little Crotchet's spirited nature shines through as he dreams of uncovering the truth behind the smoke, enticing readers into a world of youthful adventure and the promise of discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60110 ER -