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Red Riding Hood

By Lydia L. A. Very
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A young girl walks through a quiet forest to carry food to her ailing grandmother, encountering a sly wolf who learns her route and reaches the cottage first. The wolf conceals himself in the grandmother’s bed to trick and devour the household, but a hunter arrives, the predator is slain, and the child is spared and chastened. Lyrical natural details contrast with the wolf’s guile, and the closing lines deliver a clear moral urging obedience to parental guidance and vigilance against unseen evil.

About the Author

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Lydia L. A. Very

Lydia L. A. Very was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature in the 19th century. She is particularly recognized for her adaptation of the classic fairy tale "Red Riding Hood," which reflects the storytelling traditions of her time. Very's work often aimed to entertain and educate young readers, making her a notable figure in the realm of early children's books. Her adaptations and narratives helped shape the way fairy tales were presented to children, emphasizing moral lessons and imaginative storytelling.

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