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The story of a sawdust doll

    The story of a sawdust doll is a classic fantasy novel by Laura Lee Hope.

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    About The story of a sawdust doll

    "The Story of a Sawdust Doll" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's fantasy novel written in the early 20th century. This enchanting story revolves around the adventures of a Sawdust Doll and her toy friends in Toy Town, as they come to life after hours in a toy store. The central theme of the book explores friendship, adventure, and the desire to bring joy to children. The narrative follows the Sawdust Doll as she is excitedly played with and loved by a young girl named Dorothy. Throughout the story, the doll experiences various escapades, from avoiding a rat that threatens the toys to navigating through a series of mishaps after being taken by Dorothy’s dog, Carlo. The doll's journey leads her to a junk shop, where she meets a little girl, Tinka, who wishes to keep her. The tale culminates in the Sawdust Doll’s return to Dorothy, emphasizing themes of love, loss, and the enduring joy that toys bring to children. Ultimately, the story captures the whimsical world of toys that come alive, filled with exciting adventures that highlight the enchantment of childhood.
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    • Girls, Juvenile fiction
    • Dolls, Juvenile fiction

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    Who wrote The story of a sawdust doll?

    The story of a sawdust doll was written by Laura Lee Hope.

    What genre is The story of a sawdust doll?

    It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.

    Is The story of a sawdust doll free to read?

    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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    Readers who like it often enjoy The Scarecrow of Oz, The Patchwork Girl of Oz and The Picture of Dorian Gray.

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