Andiron Tales
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John Kendrick Bangs' Andiron Tales is a charming and imaginative collection of stories about a boy named Andrew with a vivid imagination. The stories are set in the boy's home, where he turns everyday objects into extraordinary adventures. In one story, Andrew turns the andirons into knights and embarks on a daring quest to rescue a princess. In another story, he turns the fireplace into a dragon's den and must use his wits to defeat the fearsome beast. Through his adventures, Andrew learns about the importance of creativity, friendship, and the power of imagination.Book Details
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John Kendrick Bangs
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John Kendrick Bangs was an American author, humorist, editor and satirist. He was born in Yonkers, New York. His father Francis N. Bangs was a lawyer in New York...
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