Author: Lilian Moore
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689312431
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Adam and Junius, two country mice, go for a visit to the city, where Adam despairs when his dear friend admits he might like to stay.
I'll Meet You at the Cucumbers
Author: Lilian Moore
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689312431
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Adam and Junius, two country mice, go for a visit to the city, where Adam despairs when his dear friend admits he might like to stay.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689312431
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Adam and Junius, two country mice, go for a visit to the city, where Adam despairs when his dear friend admits he might like to stay.
The British Drama
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Category : English drama
Languages : en
Pages : 838
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Category : English drama
Languages : en
Pages : 838
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The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children
Author: Maria Edgeworth
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
Maria Edgeworth's 'The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children' is a collection of moralistic tales meant to educate and entertain young readers. Written in the early 19th century, Edgeworth's literary style is marked by clear and concise prose, making it accessible to children while addressing important issues such as honesty, kindness, and perseverance. Each story presents a valuable lesson for young minds to reflect upon, making it a timeless classic in the genre of children's literature. Edgeworth's book is a reflection of the moralistic and didactic tradition prevalent in the literature of her time, aiming to instill good values in the young through engaging narratives and relatable characters. Maria Edgeworth, an influential Anglo-Irish writer, was known for her works that combined entertainment with moral instruction, reflecting her upbringing and educational background. Her experiences as a teacher and her close observation of children's behavior informed her writing, allowing her to connect with young readers on a personal level. Edgeworth's dedication to improving children's morals and character shines through in 'The Parent's Assistant,' showcasing her commitment to education and moral development. I recommend 'The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children' to readers seeking timeless moral lessons wrapped in engaging narratives. Maria Edgeworth's collection of stories provides valuable insights into moral education and character building, making it a must-read for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the development of young minds.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
Maria Edgeworth's 'The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children' is a collection of moralistic tales meant to educate and entertain young readers. Written in the early 19th century, Edgeworth's literary style is marked by clear and concise prose, making it accessible to children while addressing important issues such as honesty, kindness, and perseverance. Each story presents a valuable lesson for young minds to reflect upon, making it a timeless classic in the genre of children's literature. Edgeworth's book is a reflection of the moralistic and didactic tradition prevalent in the literature of her time, aiming to instill good values in the young through engaging narratives and relatable characters. Maria Edgeworth, an influential Anglo-Irish writer, was known for her works that combined entertainment with moral instruction, reflecting her upbringing and educational background. Her experiences as a teacher and her close observation of children's behavior informed her writing, allowing her to connect with young readers on a personal level. Edgeworth's dedication to improving children's morals and character shines through in 'The Parent's Assistant,' showcasing her commitment to education and moral development. I recommend 'The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children' to readers seeking timeless moral lessons wrapped in engaging narratives. Maria Edgeworth's collection of stories provides valuable insights into moral education and character building, making it a must-read for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the development of young minds.
The Prose of the Mountains
Author: Aleksandre Quazbegi
Publisher: Central European University Press
ISBN: 6155053529
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The Prose of the Mountains contains three tales of the Caucasus by Aleksandre Qazbegi, one of the most prescient and gifted chroniclers of the Georgian encounter with colonial modernity. His stories offer an invaluable counterpoint to the predominantly Russian narratives that have hitherto shaped scholarly accounts of the nineteenth-century Caucasus. ?Memoirs of a Shepherd? poignantly chronicles the young author?s decision to pass seven years of his life as a shepherd with Georgian mountaineers. ?Eliso? (the name of a Chechen girl) offers one of the most searing accounts on record of the forced migration of this people from their homeland to Ottoman lands. Set in the sixteenth century, ?Khevis Beri Gocha? (the name of a Georgian village chief) classically chronicles a tragic misunderstanding between a severe father and his loving son.
Publisher: Central European University Press
ISBN: 6155053529
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The Prose of the Mountains contains three tales of the Caucasus by Aleksandre Qazbegi, one of the most prescient and gifted chroniclers of the Georgian encounter with colonial modernity. His stories offer an invaluable counterpoint to the predominantly Russian narratives that have hitherto shaped scholarly accounts of the nineteenth-century Caucasus. ?Memoirs of a Shepherd? poignantly chronicles the young author?s decision to pass seven years of his life as a shepherd with Georgian mountaineers. ?Eliso? (the name of a Chechen girl) offers one of the most searing accounts on record of the forced migration of this people from their homeland to Ottoman lands. Set in the sixteenth century, ?Khevis Beri Gocha? (the name of a Georgian village chief) classically chronicles a tragic misunderstanding between a severe father and his loving son.
Horn Book Index, 1924-1989
Author: Serenna F. Day
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
A cumulation of the annual indexes of the Horn Book magazine from 1924 through 1989.
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
A cumulation of the annual indexes of the Horn Book magazine from 1924 through 1989.
Just Us
Author: Pamela Humphrey
Publisher: Phrey Press
ISBN: 1947685244
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Are death and a 48-year separation enough to extinguish the flame of a first love? When Charlie comes face to face with the man she thought died almost fifty years ago, she's flooded with memories and regret. Would he ever be able to forgive her? Mark knew his wife had the marriage annulled and moved on with her life. But he never knew why. When he meets her again after so many years, he learns he has a son … and grandkids. Getting reacquainted sparks the same old feelings, but they aren't young anymore. Facing a life-threatening diagnosis, he can't offer more than friendship, but his heart won't let him stay away. A freak San Antonio snowstorm will change everything.
Publisher: Phrey Press
ISBN: 1947685244
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Are death and a 48-year separation enough to extinguish the flame of a first love? When Charlie comes face to face with the man she thought died almost fifty years ago, she's flooded with memories and regret. Would he ever be able to forgive her? Mark knew his wife had the marriage annulled and moved on with her life. But he never knew why. When he meets her again after so many years, he learns he has a son … and grandkids. Getting reacquainted sparks the same old feelings, but they aren't young anymore. Facing a life-threatening diagnosis, he can't offer more than friendship, but his heart won't let him stay away. A freak San Antonio snowstorm will change everything.
Parodies of the Works of English & American Authors
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Category : Parodies
Languages : en
Pages : 838
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Category : Parodies
Languages : en
Pages : 838
Book Description
Parodies of the works of English and American authors, collected and annotated by W. Hamilton
Author: English authors
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Category : English poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 304
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Category : English poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 304
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Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin
Author: Hannah Lynn
Publisher: Paper Cat Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
“An uplifting coming of age story for the mid-life crisis generation.” In this witty and humorous novel, Londoner Eric Sibley discovers his only inheritance is his father’s classic car — with one rather major string attached. Life quickly becomes a chaotic kaleidoscope of heavy machinery mishaps, missed deadlines and grumpy pensioners as Eric is forced to juggle his hectic career and family life with regular visits to the small riverside town of Burlam. It’s not long before his job, his marriage and his sanity are hanging in the balance. Can he claim his prize before he loses all three? Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin is the first book in the delightfully funny Peas and Carrots series from the award-winning author of The Afterlife of Walter Augustus. This quintessentially British novel will have you laughing and crying until the very end. Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin was also a finalist of the 2018 Wishing Shelf Book Award
Publisher: Paper Cat Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
“An uplifting coming of age story for the mid-life crisis generation.” In this witty and humorous novel, Londoner Eric Sibley discovers his only inheritance is his father’s classic car — with one rather major string attached. Life quickly becomes a chaotic kaleidoscope of heavy machinery mishaps, missed deadlines and grumpy pensioners as Eric is forced to juggle his hectic career and family life with regular visits to the small riverside town of Burlam. It’s not long before his job, his marriage and his sanity are hanging in the balance. Can he claim his prize before he loses all three? Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin is the first book in the delightfully funny Peas and Carrots series from the award-winning author of The Afterlife of Walter Augustus. This quintessentially British novel will have you laughing and crying until the very end. Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin was also a finalist of the 2018 Wishing Shelf Book Award
Dying to Meet You
Author: Jennifer Apodaca
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 9780758200761
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
In her second outing, sassy single mom and dating service owner Samantha Shaw discovers the strangled body of a former client and sets out to find the elusive killer.
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 9780758200761
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
In her second outing, sassy single mom and dating service owner Samantha Shaw discovers the strangled body of a former client and sets out to find the elusive killer.