| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Klickmann, Flora, 1867-1958 |
| Editor |
Peters, Charles, active 1880-1907 |
| Title |
The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 355, October 16, 1886
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Girl%27s_Own_Paper
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| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 355, October 16, 1886" by Various is a periodical publication that features articles, stories, and essays aimed primarily at young women, characteristic of the late 19th century. The content explores various topics, including science, literature, and social commentary, often presenting moral lessons intertwined with entertaining narratives. The opening of this particular issue includes a thoughtful essay titled "The Brook and Its Banks" by the Rev. J.G. Wood, which examines the diverse perceptions of brooks and their surroundings, highlighting how individuals interpret nature differently based on their personal experiences and perspectives. The text captures the intricate beauty of these waterways, describing their various forms and the life that thrives within and around them, while also suggesting that a deeper appreciation of nature requires a discerning eye. This segment sets a reflective tone, encouraging readers to consider the richness of their environment as they embark on their own journeys of observation and understanding. Additionally, the later segments introduce characters like Ella Hastings and John Shelley in engaging narratives that explore personal growth and familial relationships in the face of new challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's literature -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18414 |
| Release Date |
May 18, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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