TY  - BOOK
AU  - Dorset,Catherine Ann Turner
AU  - Roscoe,William
TI  - The Peacock 'At Home' AND The Butterfly's Ball AND The Fancy Fair
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2007///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Birds -- Juvenile poetry
KW  - Animals -- Juvenile poetry
KW  - Zoo animals -- Juvenile poetry
KW  - Insects -- Juvenile poetry
N1  - Release date is 2007-11-30; Produced by David Wilson and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive/American Libraries.); Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Peacock 'At Home' AND The Butterfly's Ball AND The Fancy Fair" by Dorset et al. is a whimsical collection of poems and stories likely written in the early to mid-19th century. The book features a vibrant world of anthropomorphized animals, engaging in social festivities and playful antics reflecting the themes of friendship, competition, and the joys of celebration. The work serves as both a commentary on society and a delightful exploration of nature through the lens of children's literature.  In "The Peacock 'At Home," the proud peacock hosts a grand soirée for his avian friends, showcasing musical performances and dances amidst a lavish feast. The festivities are met with varying responses from the birds, each reflecting their own personalities and behaviors. Following this, "The Butterfly's Ball" presents a charming gathering led by little Robert, featuring an array of insects participating in a playful and lighthearted feast. Lastly, "The Fancy Fair" captures a bustling gala at the Zoological Gardens, blending elements of excitement, competition, and camaraderie among various animals. Through these interwoven tales, the book crafts a vibrant tapestry of life that celebrates the joy and charm of both the animal kingdom and human-like social rituals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23665
ER  -