02267cam a22003133u 4500 25657 UtSlPG 20260610133605.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Unknown Deborah Dent and Her Donkey and Madam Fig's Gala : Two Humorous Tales Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-05-31 Produced by Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Deborah Dent and Her Donkey and Madam Fig's Gala" by Unknown is a collection of humorous tales likely composed during the early 19th century. This charming book presents whimsical stories that capture the essence of playful adventures and social gatherings. The topics revolve around amusing characters—a dedicated woman, her beloved donkey, and a lively gala full of village personalities. The first tale tells of Deborah Dent's affection for her donkey, whom she believes is so special he should teach children. Her dreams of transforming her donkey into an esteemed schoolmaster lead to various humorous exploits, including an attempt to make him shave and take up art. The second story focuses on Madam Fig, a spirited grocer, who throws an extravagant gala for her neighbors. The celebration is filled with music, dance, and comical moments, such as a mishap with a brine tub during a musical performance. Both tales are embellished with colorful engravings, adding visual charm to the already delightful narratives, showcasing the lively spirit of community and humor prevalent in the characters' interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children's poetry, English Nursery rhymes https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25657 66658 66658