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100	1		_aA. L. O. E., _d1821-1893
245	1	4	_aThe Rambles of a Rat
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-08-30
508			_aE-text prepared by Louise Hope
520			_a"The Rambles of a Rat" by A. L. O. E. is a fictional narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story tells of the adventures of a black rat named Ratto and his experiences alongside other rats and their encounters with humans, offering an amusing yet insightful look at the lives of these often-misunderstood creatures. The book plays with anthropomorphism, showcasing the character's thoughts and emotions while reflecting on social issues and the nature of humanity. The opening of the book introduces Ratto, the main character, and his family of rats living in a shed near London. Ratto recalls the joyous and carefree days spent with his brothers, particularly focusing on the piebald brother named Oddity. As they explore their environment, Ratto's brothers fall victim to a trap while pursuing a tempting feast, leading to discussions about the nature of man and the dangers rats face. Amidst these adventures, Ratto meets two abandoned human boys, Bob and Billy, which allows for poignant reflections on poverty and companionship, showcasing the contrast between the lives of rats and humans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aRats -- Juvenile fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29863
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