Harper's Round Table, June 18, 1895

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Harper's Round Table, June 18, 1895" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a collection of short stories and articles targeted primarily at young readers, written in the late 19th century. This issue showcases a variety of tales that blend adventure, education, and moral lessons, reflective of the interests and values of that time. Within its pages, readers can expect narratives involving exploration, survival, and messages about bravery, wonder, and ingenuity. The opening portion of the periodical includes two engaging narratives. The first recounts an adventurous journey undertaken by a sledge party navigating through wilderness terrains, focusing on the young character Nel-te, who unexpectedly proves his worth by leading the group through difficult conditions. In the second narrative, titled "Frank Howell's Own Account of His Adventure in a Private Car," a young boy inadvertently embarks on an adventurous journey after falling asleep in a private railroad car, leading to a series of unexpected events and lessons about resourcefulness and the kindness of strangers. This eclectic mix of stories offers a captivating glimpse into the imagination and challenges faced by children in adventure contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Annie McGuire

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2010-06-29