Harper's Young People, September 19, 1882 : An Illustrated Weekly

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 Young People, September 19, 1882" by Various is a collection of children's literature published during the late 19th century. The book features a variety of stories, poems, and articles aimed at a young audience, addressing themes such as adventure, bravery, and the wonders of nature. It serves as an engaging resource for readers interested in historical children's narratives and educational content from that era. The contents of this issue showcase multiple stories, including "The Story of a Great Mammoth," which recounts the discovery of a well-preserved mammoth in Siberia and reflects on its significance in scientific circles. Another narrative, "The Bullet-Proof Man," tells the tale of a magician confronting a tribe in Northern Africa, displaying wit and cleverness. Additionally, poems such as "A Sister Worth Having" and playful accounts of adventure illustrate a range of experiences and lessons valuable for young readers. Overall, this collection provides a delightful glimpse into the interests and imaginations of children in the past, encouraging curiosity and moral development through storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Annie R. McGuire

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2019-05-29