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Fae & Fairy Fiction

The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories

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    The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories is a fae fiction story collection by Laura Rountree Smith.

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    About The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories

    "The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories" by Laura Rountree Smith is a collection of whimsical tales written in the early 20th century. This enchanting book features a series of delightful stories that revolve around themes of magic, kindness, and the importance of smiling. With captivating illustrations by F. M. Pettee accompanying the text, the collection draws young readers into a world of fairies, dwarfs, and enchanting adventures. Throughout the book, readers meet various characters such as Little Boo-Hoo, who is whisked away by fairy friends to discover the titular Box of Smiles, and Little June, who receives a charming pair of red slippers from Fairy Shoemakers. Each story is infused with playful language and imagery, highlighting the transformative power of laughter and friendship. Through encounters with fairies, fun-filled adventures, and lessons on gratitude, the stories are intended to inspire joy and wonder in children, fostering imagination while imparting gentle moral lessons. From celebrating birthdays to learning the value of saving and being thankful, each narrative invites readers to embrace the magic in everyday life.
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    • Children's stories
    • Children, Conduct of life, Juvenile fiction
    • Fairies, Juvenile fiction

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    Who wrote The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories?

    The Box of Smiles, and Other Stories was written by Laura Rountree Smith.

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    It is usually shelved as Fae & Fairy Fiction.

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    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

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