"The Magic Pot" Once upon a time, in a small village, lived a poor old woman named Agatha. She had no family and struggled to make ends meet. One day, while she was walking through the forest, she stumbled upon a small pot half-buried in the ground. Curiosity got the better of her, and she decided to take it home. Little did Agatha know that this pot was no ordinary pot. It was a magical pot that had the power to fulfill any wish its owner desired.
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It was a magical pot that had the power to fulfill any wish its owner desired. Excitedly, Agatha carried the pot back to her humble cottage. With each passing day, Agatha discovered the incredible powers of the pot.
The Magic Pot
A demon in the guise of a magic pot outwits a greedy rich man and brings wealth and happiness to a poor old fellow and his wife.
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Genres Picture BooksChildrensFiction
36 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1977
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Patricia Coombs
37 books 57 followersPatricia Coombs was born on July 23, 1926 in Los Angeles, California and during her school age years lived in Hawaii, Boston, New York, and San Francisco. She was always reading books and would hide in unusual places to avoid getting caught reading instead of playing. She attended DePauw University, Michigan State University, and received her bachelor's and master's degrees in English from the University of Washington. She also studied poetry at New York University.
In 1962, Coombs wrote and illustrated Dorrie's Magic, inspired by her two daughters and their Siamese cat named Dingbat. The book was highly praised by the New York Times Book Review, and Coombs went on to create the "Dorrie the Little Witch" series. She wrote 20 stories about Dorrie and her adventures as a little witch over the next 30 years, ending with Dorrie and the Haunted Schoolhouse in 1992.
Coombs has also illustrated for other authors and contributed to Poetry Magazine.
From: Major Authors and Illustrators, pp. 562-564, courtesy of The de Grummond Children's Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi and Wikipedia.org
Patricia Coombs was born on July 23, 1926 in Los Angeles, California and during her school age years lived in Hawaii, Boston, New York, and San Francisco. She was always reading books and would hide in unusual places to avoid getting caught reading instead of playing. She attended DePauw University, Michigan State University, and received her bachelor's and master's degrees in English from the University of Washington. She also studied poetry at New York University.
Whenever she was hungry, all she had to do was think of her favorite food, and it magically appeared in the pot. Whenever she needed clothing, she simply mused on the type of garment she desired, and it emerged from the pot. Word of Agatha's magical pot spread throughout the village, and soon, everyone came to her seeking favors. Agatha kindly used her pot to help those in need, providing food, clothing, and shelter to all who asked. She became known as the generous old woman with the magic pot. However, not everyone in the village was pleased with Agatha's newfound wealth. A jealous and greedy man named Tobias felt envious of her good fortune. He believed that the pot should rightfully be his. One night, driven by his envy, Tobias sneaked into Agatha's cottage and stole the magic pot. He hid it in his house, believing that he alone should benefit from its powers. But as soon as Tobias placed the pot in his house, he realized he had made a grave mistake. The pot refused to grant his wishes and became eerily silent. No matter how much Tobias begged and pleaded, the pot remained inactive. Realizing the error of his ways, Tobias returned the magic pot to Agatha's cottage, begging for forgiveness. As soon as Agatha received her beloved pot, its powers were restored, and it became even more generous than before. From that day onward, Agatha used the magic pot not only for herself but also to help those less fortunate. The pot continued to be a symbol of hope and abundance for the village, reminding everyone of the importance of kindness and selflessness. And so, the story of the magic pot and Agatha's generosity continued to be passed down through generations, reminding people of the power of compassion and the importance of sharing one's blessings with others. The end.
Reviews for "Unlocking the Mysteries of the Mabix Pot"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Mabix Pot". The story was slow-paced and dragged on for far too long. I didn't connect with any of the characters, and their motivations felt forced and unconvincing. The writing style was also lackluster, with flat descriptions and awkward dialogue. Overall, I found the whole book to be a tedious read.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - "The Mabix Pot" was a complete waste of time. The plot was convoluted and confusing, with no clear direction. I struggled to stay engaged throughout the book, as I found it difficult to understand what was happening. The author introduced too many unnecessary subplots and characters, which only added to my frustration. I was left feeling unsatisfied and regretting the hours I spent trying to make sense of this mess.
3. Mark - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "The Mabix Pot", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The storyline had potential, but it lacked depth and failed to deliver on its promises. The pacing was inconsistent, and the narrative lacked coherence. Additionally, the dialogue felt unnatural and awkward, making it difficult to become invested in the characters. Overall, the book failed to captivate me and left me feeling disappointed.
4. Emily - 2/5 stars - "The Mabix Pot" was a letdown for me. The author tried to create a complex and intricate world, but the execution fell short. The descriptions felt overly detailed and weighed down the plot, making it difficult to stay engaged. The characters were underdeveloped and lacked depth, and their actions often felt unrealistic. I struggled to connect with the story, and by the end, I was left feeling indifferent and unsatisfied.