TY  - BOOK
AU  - Tille,Václav
AU  - Štáfl,Ot
TI  - Little Tom
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Fairy tales
KW  - Children's stories
N1  - Release date is 2011-01-31; Produced by David Edwards, monkeyclogs and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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N2  - "Little Tom" by Václav Tille is a children’s fantasy tale written in the early 20th century. This enchanting story revolves around the experiences of a little boy named Tom, who is discovered and taken in by a kind herb woman, his godmother, after being found floating in a nutshell. The narrative captures themes of adventure, magic, and friendship, presenting Tom's journey through different realms, meeting magical creatures, and discovering his place in a fantastical world.  The opening of the story introduces readers to the warm and inviting setting of the herb woman's cozy hut surrounded by nature, emphasizing her role as a healer and the mystical reputation she holds among the villagers. On Christmas Eve, she receives a surprising visit from a small man, a messenger from the kingdom of gnomes, who asks for her blessing to celebrate the christening of his prince, Little Tom. Graciously, she agrees, leading to a magical christening ceremony that brings joy and reveals hidden treasures. Their meeting sets the stage for Tom's exciting life filled with delightful adventures and valuable life lessons in a world full of wonder. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35126
ER  -