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"""The Brownies and Other Tales"" by Juliana Horatia Ewing is a captivating collection of children's stories that showcases Ewing's imaginative storytelling and her deep understanding of the world of children. The title narrative, ""The Brownies,"" introduces readers to a tribe of cheeky and hardworking small animals who come to the rescue of humans in trouble. Ewing's humour and kindness, as well as her excellent insights of childhood experiences and emotions, pervade each narrative. Through the eyes of her youthful protagonists, Ewing's story tackles themes of adventure, camaraderie, and moral teachings. Her engaging prose and ability to take readers into fantastic realms and relevant circumstances distinguish her writing style. The timeless story and appealing characters of ""The Brownies and Other Tales"" continue to enchant readers. The collection by Juliana Horatia Ewing portrays the essence of childlike wonder and curiosity, allowing readers to embrace their imaginations and explore the world around them. The book's ongoing popularity demonstrates Ewing's ability to craft stories that appeal to both youngsters and the young at heart, reminding us of the eternal power of narrative."

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Juliana Horatia Ewing (née Gatty, 3 August 1841 - 13 May 1885) was an English storyteller. Her writings demonstrate a sympathetic understanding of children's lives, a love of all things military, and a profound religious conviction. Julie Gatty was the second of ten children born to the Rev. Alfred Gatty, Vicar of Ecclesfield in Yorkshire, and Margaret Gatty, a children's author. Their children were primarily educated by their mother, although Julie was often the driving force behind their different pursuits, such as acting and botany. Later, she was in charge of establishing a village library in Ecclesfield and assisted in the parish with her three sisters. Her first articles were published in Charlotte Mary Yonge's periodical The Monthly Packet. Julie married Major Alexander Ewing (1830-1895) of the Army Pay Corps on June 1, 1867. He was a pianist, composer, and translator who was also a devout churchgoer and shared his wife's passion for books. Within a week of their marriage, the Ewings were on their way to Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, where he had been assigned. They stayed for two years before returning to England in 1869, where they spent eight years in the army town of Aldershot. Despite the fact that her husband was moved overseas again, this time to Malta in 1879 and Sri Lanka in 1881, Ewing's health prevented her from accompanying him.

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