Harper's Young People, May 24, 1881 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Harper's Young People, May 24, 1881 An Illustrated Weekly |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Annie R. McGuire |
| Summary | "Harper's Young People, May 24, 1881" by Various is a collection of children's literature published during the late 19th century. The volume features diverse stories, illustrations, and articles aimed at entertaining and educating young readers. Among the notable narratives is "The Death of Carus," which recounts the life of young Valentinian in ancient Rome during Emperor Caracalla's reign, touching on themes of heroism, friendship, and the moral dilemmas surrounding race betting and the exploitation of animals. The opening of this work introduces us to Valentinian, a Christian youth grappling with the legacy of the Colosseum, once a site of gruesome spectacles. As he reminisces about former gladiators and martyrs, he finds himself caught between societal admiration for racing and his ethical refusal to participate in it. Accompanied by his friend Rufinus, whose excitement for the upcoming chariot races sparks a conflicted interest, Valentinian ultimately decides to lend his prized horse, Carus, to help Rufinus save face. This decision leads him to face profound grief when tragedy strikes on race day, suggesting a central exploration of duty, sacrifice, and the personal cost of societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Children's periodicals, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47672 |
| Release Date | Dec 16, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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