Dame Buckle and Her Pet Johnny (1867)

Dame Buckle and Her Pet Johnny is a children's book written by Elizabeth Kirby and originally published in 1867. The story follows the adventures of Dame Buckle, a kind and generous old woman, and her pet monkey Johnny. The two of them live together in a cozy cottage in the countryside, where they spend their days tending to their garden, baking delicious treats, and playing games.Throughout the book, Dame Buckle and Johnny encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a mischievous cat, a helpful bird, and a group of friendly children. Together, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, and the importance of helping others.The book is beautifully illustrated with charming black and white drawings that bring the characters and settings to life. The language is simple and easy to understand, making it an ideal choice for young readers or for parents to read aloud to their children.Overall, Dame Buckle and Her Pet Johnny is a heartwarming and delightful book that is sure to capture the imaginations of children and adults alike.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.