Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus
Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Children`s LiteratureUnited States • 1880s
1997
Adult
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus by James Otis follows a young boy named Toby who runs away from home to join a circus, seeking adventure and freedom. Throughout his journey, Toby encounters various circus performers and learns valuable life lessons about friendship, responsibility, and the importance of home.
Adventurous
Nostalgic
Heartwarming
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Review Roundup
Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus by James Otis generally receives praise for its engaging narrative and vivid depiction of circus life, captivating young readers with themes of adventure and personal growth. However, some find its portrayal of circus stereotypes outdated. Overall, its classic charm remains appealing to both children and nostalgic adults alike.
Who Should Read Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus?
A reader who enjoys Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus likely appreciates classic children's literature featuring adventure and personal growth. Similar readers might enjoy The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain for its youthful escapades and moral lessons.
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Toby Tyler: Or Ten Weeks With a Circus was first published as a serial in the children's weekly magazine Harper's Young People from July to September in 1877 before being released as a complete book in 1881.
The character of Toby Tyler became significant in popular culture, notably inspiring the 1960 Disney film "Toby Tyler" which adapted the story for a new generation.
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Author James Otis, a pseudonym for James Otis Kaler, was a prolific writer of children's literature in the 19th century, and he authored over 150 books throughout his career.
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Children`s LiteratureUnited States • 1880s
1997
Adult
8-12 years
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