No and Other Stories Compiled by Uncle Humphrey

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Uncle Humphrey's Stories

Place of Publication:

To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"No and Other Stories Compiled by Uncle Humphrey" is a collection of moral tales written in the mid-19th century, likely around the early 1850s. This book, intended for children, serves to impart valuable life lessons centered around themes such as obedience, charity, conscience, and the importance of the word "No." Written in a didactic style, the stories aim to guide young readers toward virtuous behavior. The collection consists of various narratives that illustrate moral principles through relatable characters and situations. For instance, the opening story emphasizes the significance of saying "No," showcasing a young boy's conflict between temptation and obedience, ultimately revealing how his decision safeguarded his life. Other stories, such as "Willy and the Beggar Girl" and "The Good Son," highlight themes of kindness, generosity, and filial duty. Each tale is crafted to resonate with children, encouraging them to develop strong moral character and to understand the implications of their choices in everyday life. Through charming prose and relatable scenarios, Uncle Humphrey's compilation is both instructive and entertaining for its intended young audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Willy and the Beggar Girl

The Good Son

The Sick Mother

Cornelia's Prayer

Forgiveness

The Guilty Conscience

Acorn Hollow

Industry and Idleness

Envy.

Credits:

E-text prepared by Internet Archive; University of Florida; and Christine Gehring and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-02-01