Author
Peter Newell
1862-1924
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Books by Peter Newell
The Hole Book
"The Hole Book" by Peter Newell is an illustrated children's book written in the early 20th century. This whimsical work centers around a mischievous boy named Tom Potts and the chaotic consequences of accidentally firing a gun. The book blends humor and artistry, creating a lively narrative that engages young readers while exploring themes of cause and effect. The story unfolds with Tom Potts playing with a gun, which unexpectedly discharges and creates a series of humorous mishaps throughout his neighborhood. Each page illustrates the domino effect of the bullet's trajectory, leading to various absurd situations—like flooding the kitchen, disturbing sleeping characters, and even popping a gas tank. As the bullet travels through walls and objects, it inadvertently causes havoc, leading to a climax that highlights the trouble Tom's foolishness has wrought. Ultimately, the book conveys a lighthearted lesson about the unpredictable results of careless actions, with a charming blend of rhyme and illustration that has entertained children for generations.
The Rocket Book
"The Rocket Book" by Peter Newell is a whimsical children's picture book published in the early 20th century. This fun and imaginative tale revolves around a mischievous rocket that causes chaos as it launches through a multi-story building, impacting various residents along the way. The book's playful tone and engaging illustrations make it a delightful read for young audiences. The story begins with Fritz, a curious child who discovers a concealed rocket in his basement and lights it, triggering a series of comic misadventures as the rocket soars through each floor of the building. As it ascends, it creates havoc in the lives of the apartment's inhabitants—ranging from startled grandparents to frightened pets. Each encounter is marked by humorous illustrations and rhyming verses that capture the chaos and surprise of the rocket's unpredictable flight. Ultimately, the rocket's journey concludes with an unexpected landing, leaving behind a memorable trail of laughter and mayhem.
The Slant Book
"The Slant Book" by Peter Newell is a whimsical children's poem published in the early 20th century. This book narrates the adventurous escapades of a boy named Bobby whose runaway go-cart wreaks havoc as it careens down a steep hill. Through its playful and illustrative verses, the book captures the chaos and joyful mischief of childhood, making it a delightful read for young audiences. The story follows Bobby’s thrilling ride as his go-cart breaks away and accelerates downhill, causing various comical incidents along the way. Bobby’s wild journey includes colliding with a police officer, smashing through a painter's supplies, and creating chaos at a picnic. Each encounter is met with humorous consequences that highlight the silliness and excitement of a child’s imagination. Ultimately, the go-cart's thrilling descent concludes when it crashes into a tree, allowing Bobby to make a graceful exit into a heap of hay, leaving readers with a sense of cheerful mayhem and delight.