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100	1		_aLang, Andrew, _d1844-1912
245	1	4	_aThe True Story Book
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-12-23
508			_aE-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Lindy Walsh, Emmy, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"The True Story Book" by Andrew Lang is a collection of true adventures and historical narratives written in the late 19th century. This book aims to captivate young readers by blending educational content with engaging storytelling, presenting expeditions and tales involving notable figures like Prince Charlie and Hernán Cortés. Rather than featuring mythical creatures or fairy tales, it focuses on genuine historical events and characters, providing a different perspective on adventure literature for children. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the editor's intentions for the collection, acknowledging the shift from fairy tales to true stories. It highlights the anticipated disappointment some children might feel, as the volume lacks dragons and witches—common in traditional tales. The editor reassures readers that the stories will still be filled with excitement and bravery, featuring charismatic figures like Prince Charlie and the romantic tale of Cortés's adventure in Aztec Mexico. The narrative sets the stage for a variety of enchanting and real-life accounts that promise to entertain while also providing a lens into history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aHistory
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27602
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