02588cam a22003853u 4500 26322 UtSlPG 20260610133613.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04018274 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921 Peterkin 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 2008-08-15 Produced by Chris Curnow, Lindy Walsh, Emmy, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Peterkin" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Peterkin and his family, particularly focusing on the events surrounding his mysterious disappearance one evening. The narrative combines themes of childhood adventure, imagination, and the quest for understanding a young boy's world filled with fairy-tale notions and whimsical thoughts, told through the eyes of his older brother, Giles. The opening of "Peterkin" sets the stage for a suspenseful and heartwarming tale. As the children are enjoying tea in the nursery, they learn that Peterkin has not returned home as expected. With various siblings, including the sensible Clement and inquisitive Elvira, they express concern about Peterkin's whereabouts. When it’s revealed that he has been delayed while captivated by a parrot and chatting with an elderly neighbor, the tension enveloping the family quickly shifts to relief and curiosity, igniting both concern for their brother and the anticipation of further adventures. This initial chapter captures a delightfully playful yet foreboding atmosphere, hinting at both the humorous and enigmatic elements that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Family -- England -- Juvenile fiction Brothers -- Juvenile fiction Girls -- England -- Juvenile fiction Parrots -- Juvenile fiction Imagination -- Juvenile fiction Children -- England -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction Millar, H. R. (Harold Robert), 1869-1942 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26322 67266 67266