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Uncle Wiggily on The Flying Rug, Classics To Go

Uncle Wiggily on The Flying Rug is a children's book written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows the adventures of Uncle Wiggily and his animal friends, who are magically transported to the Land of Arabia on a flying rug. They encounter a variety of characters, including a wicked magician who tries to capture them, a kind sultan who helps them, and a beautiful princess who needs their help. Uncle Wiggily and his friends use their wits and bravery to outsmart the magician and save the princess. Along the way, they learn important lessons about friendship, courage, and kindness.

Howard Roger Garis

Howard Roger Garis (1873-1962) was an American author and newspaper writer, best known for his children's books featuring the character of Uncle Wiggily Longears. He was born in Binghamton, New York, and grew up in Newark, New Jersey. Garis began his career as a newspaper reporter and editor, working for several newspapers in Newark and New York City. In 1910, he began writing stories for children, creating the character of Uncle Wiggily, an elderly rabbit with a limp who goes on various adventures and helps other animals in need. The Uncle Wiggily series proved to be incredibly popular, with over 70 books and numerous short stories published over the course of several decades. Garis also wrote other children's series, including the "Bedtime Stories" and "Sammie and Susie Littletail" books. In addition to his work as a writer, Garis was also involved in radio broadcasting. He wrote scripts for several radio programs, including "Let's Pretend" and "The Adventures of Uncle Wiggily," which aired on NBC from 1937 to 1950. Howard Roger Garis's contributions to children's literature were significant, and his books remain popular with young readers today. His work helped to popularize the idea of animal characters in children's literature, and his use of simple language and engaging stories made his books accessible to children of all ages.

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