| Author |
Cupples, George, Mrs., 1839-1898 |
| Title |
My Pretty Scrap-Book: Picture Pages and Pleasant Stories for Little Readers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"My Pretty Scrap-Book: Picture Pages and Pleasant Stories for Little Readers" by Mrs. George Cupples is a delightful collection of illustrated stories designed for children, written in the mid-19th century. This book encapsulates the charm of Victorian children's literature, presenting a variety of whimsical stories and illustrations that aim to entertain and educate young readers. The primary topic revolves around childhood experiences, adventures, and moral lessons presented in an accessible and engaging format. The content of the book is framed around a series of playful tales and captivating images featuring characters such as Naughty Judy, Funny Uncle Toby, and a little girl gleaning in the fields, among others. Each story offers a snapshot of various life lessons—the importance of kindness, the significance of hard work, and the joy of friendship—often conveyed through humorous and imaginative anecdotes. Illustrations accompany the narratives, enriching the reading experience and enabling children to visualize the storytelling, fostering their imagination while imparting lasting values. Overall, this charming scrap-book serves as both entertainment and a gentle means of moral instruction for its young audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45302 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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