| Author |
Wade, Mary Hazelton Blanchard, 1860-1936 |
| Illustrator |
Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse), 1857-1931 |
| LoC No. |
04018776
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| Title |
Our Little Jewish Cousin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Our Little Jewish Cousin" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade is an illustrated children's book, part of the Little Cousin Series, published in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life and cultural experiences of Jewish children, encapsulating themes of heritage, tradition, and the longing for a homeland. The story likely aims to educate young readers about Jewish identity and the historical significance of Jerusalem to the Jewish people. The book follows the lives of children, primarily focusing on Esther and her brother Solomon, who navigate their daily activities and religious practices in Jerusalem. They visit important sites such as the "Place of Wailing," where they join their community in mourning the loss of their homeland. Throughout the story, readers are introduced to Jewish customs, significant historical events related to their ancestors, including tales of bravery and faith. The narrative includes elements of nature, family life, and the rich cultural tapestry of the Jewish tradition, all aimed at imparting lessons of hope, resilience, and the importance of remembering one’s roots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children -- Palestine -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43585 |
| Release Date |
Aug 28, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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