The Wallypug in London

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Gutenberg ID

26478

Title

The Wallypug in London

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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In this whimsical children's classic, the Wallypug, a peculiar king from the mysterious realm of Why, arrives in London for Queen Victoria's Jubilee. Accompanied by his eccentric suite, including a talking fish and a poet, he navigates Victorian society with humorous misunderstandings. Farrow's charming narrative blends fantasy with reality, offering delightful adventures that celebrate loyalty, kindness, and the magic of imagination.

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In G. E. Farrow's whimsical sequel, *The Wallypug in London*, the titular monarch, a strange creature from the land of Why, travels to London to attend Queen Victoria's 1897 Jubilee. Upon arriving at the narrator's home, the Wallypug is joined by his equally bizarre entourage: the Doctor-in-Law, a greedy but well-meaning advisor; the Jubilee Rhymester, a poet who composes odes to inanimate objects like toads and buns; Sergeant One-and-Nine, a soldier with peculiar speech; and A. Fish, Esq., a fish who speaks in a unique dialect. The group immediately faces chaos when the household cat, Mrs. Mehetable Murchison, panics at the sight of the fish, nearly causing A. Fish to drown in the bathroom out of fear of felines. The next day, the Wallypug experiences the wonders of London, including bicycles, which he finds alien until a local boy teaches him how to ride. His journey continues with a grand carriage ride through Kensington and Holborn, drawing crowds who mistake him for royalty. The narrative highlights the Wallypug's humility and adaptability as he interacts with humans, animals, and the bustling city. The story features playful language and imaginative scenarios, such as the Rhymester writing verses about a penny bun and a toad, and the Doctor-in-Law attempting to charge the narrator for information about bicycles. Themes of friendship, the absurdity of social conventions, and the joy of discovery permeate the tale. Farrow's engaging writing appeals to young readers while maintaining a sense of wonder and respect for historical events like the Jubilee. The book opens with a serious poem addressed to Queen Victoria, commemorating her reign and the loyalty of her subjects, before transitioning into the fantastical adventures of the Wallypug and his suite as they navigate Victorian London.

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Categories

• Classics
• Fiction
• Travel
• Poetry
• Humor