The Tappan, Caroline Sturgis 1819-1888 creator Child, Lydia Maria 1802-1880 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Magician's Show Box, and Other Stories" by Lydia Maria Child is a collection of children's stories written during the mid-19th century. The tales are rich in imagination and fantastical elements, often reflecting a longing for adventure and the wonders of the world through the eyes of young characters. Central to one of the opening stories is a boy named Gaspar, whose desire for adventure leads him to encounter a mysterious magician and a magical ivory box filled with wonders and fantastical creatures. The opening of the collection introduces Gaspar as he embarks on a journey fueled by his dreams of exploration, leaving behind the mundane reality of his village life. Tempted by stories told by his uncle, he initially sets off with an oaken dagger and a spirit full of bravery. However, he soon encounters a whimsical little man who presents an enchanting show box that reveals magnificent creatures and scenes from every corner of the imagination. As Gaspar immerses himself in the sights, he wrestles with the duality of experiencing wonders in a contained, magical way versus the desire for genuine adventure. The narrative illustrates childhood curiosity, the thirst for exploration, and the intriguing power of stories, inviting readers into a delightful realm that encourages both laughter and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The magician's show box -- The violet flame -- Floribel -- The Lady Intelletta -- Venus's dove -- The gala day -- Earning one's own living. Formerly attributed to Lydia Maria Child; now attributed to Caroline Tappan. See http://lccn.loc.gov/2010367269 Release date is 2005-07-01 Text file produced by Dave Maddock and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Fairy tales Children's stories PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8415 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8415 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133221.0 8415