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Hop-o'-My-Thumb

Original titlefr. Le Petit Poucet · 1697
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Main Ideas

  • The power of intelligence and resourcefulness: Hop-o'-My-Thumb, despite his small size, demonstrates that wit and cleverness can overcome physical limitations and help in difficult situations.
  • Family values and responsibility: The story highlights the importance of caring for family and taking responsibility for loved ones, even in tough times.
  • Overcoming adversity: The characters face numerous challenges, but through ingenuity and determination, they overcome all obstacles.
  • Themes of poverty and survival: The tale addresses issues of poverty and the struggle for survival, showing how the characters cope with hardships and dangers.
  • Moral lessons: The story imparts moral lessons about the importance of kindness, honesty, and courage in life.
Hop-o'-My-Thumb
Date of publication: 22 February 2025
Last updated: 2 March 2025
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Hop-o'-My-Thumb
Original titlefr. Le Petit Poucet · 1697