Stories from Switzerland by César Malan
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| Author | Malan, César, 1787-1864 |
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| Title | Stories from Switzerland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Stories from Switzerland" by César Malan is a collection of moral tales for juvenile readers written in the early 19th century. The work aims to impart ethical lessons through engaging narratives, focusing on the importance of reading, charity, kindness, and personal development among children. Each story appears to feature different characters, from young boys and girls grappling with their behavior to caring parents and wise mentors guiding them towards virtuous lives. The opening of this collection introduces various narratives that emphasize education, moral choices, and spirituality. One story follows Mr. Williams, who encourages a shepherd boy to learn to read and understand the Bible, imparting the significance of education even in humble circumstances. Another tale explores Lucy's struggle with temper and her learning to show kindness toward her brother Samuel. Additionally, the account of Maurice depicts the consequences of idleness and the importance of diligence. Within these initial pages, the author sets the tone for a series of heartwarming stories that underline the Christian values of love and responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62568 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 43 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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