The Story Of A Nodding Donkey

The Story Of A Nodding Donkey by Laura Lee Hope is a heartwarming tale of a toy donkey named Rufus who comes to life and goes on a series of adventures. Rufus is a nodding donkey, which means that his head bobs up and down when he walks. He is owned by a little boy named Dick, who loves him dearly.One day, while Dick is away, Rufus comes to life and sets out on a journey to find his true purpose in life. Along the way, he meets a variety of other toys, including a toy soldier, a doll, and a rocking horse. Each of these toys has their own unique story, and Rufus learns valuable lessons from all of them.As Rufus travels from place to place, he encounters a number of challenges and obstacles. He is chased by a dog, gets lost in the woods, and even falls into a river. But through it all, he remains determined to discover his true purpose and make his owner, Dick, proud.The Story Of A Nodding Donkey is a charming and engaging tale that will capture the hearts of children and adults alike. With its lovable characters, exciting plot, and valuable life lessons, it is a book that readers of all ages will treasure for years to come.1921. In addition to The Blythe Girls Series, Hope was the pseudonym of the writer of The Six Little Bunkers, The Bobbsey Twins, The Bunny Brown and The Outdoor Girl series published by the Stratemeyer Syndicate. This book is from the Make Believe Stories. Contents: The Santa Claus Shop; A Wonderful Voyage; The Jolly Store; The China Cat; The Lame Boy; A New Home; The Flood; A Broken Leg; A Lonesome Donkey; and Joe Can Run. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.