The oak and the briony by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title The oak and the briony
Series Title Dean's illustrated farthing books
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Summary "The Oak and the Briony" by Anonymous is a short fictional tale likely written in the 19th century. This book belongs to the genre of allegorical literature, where it illustrates themes of pride, humility, and the interconnectedness of life through the metaphor of a majestic oak tree and a humble briony plant. The writing reflects a moral fable that conveys deeper lessons about coexistence and the consequences of one’s actions. The story follows a proud oak tree that has stood tall and admired for centuries, overlooking the life around it, including a small briony that grows at its base. Initially disdainful of the briony for its humble nature, the oak eventually allows the plant to thrive in its shadow. When a fierce storm strikes and leads to the oak's demise, the briony survives and subsequently adorns the fallen oak with her greenery, signifying her gratitude. The tale serves as a poignant reminder of how actions driven by pride can lead to downfall, and how humility and gratitude can flourish in the face of loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Pride and vanity -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 62308
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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