The Pearl of Love; or, Josey's Gift by Madeline Leslie
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About this eBook
| Author | Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893 |
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| Title | The Pearl of Love; or, Josey's Gift |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Pearl of Love; or, Josey's Gift" by Madeline Leslie is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers on themes of love, kindness, and moral growth through the experiences of a young boy named Josey and his family. It portrays the values of compassion and the significance of nurturing relationships, particularly the bond between siblings. In the story, little Josey Codman navigates various childhood challenges, including moments of anger, the trials of growing up with a mischievous younger sister, and the profound impact of love and kindness on his character development. After mistakenly switching babies during an outing, Josey learns about the importance of family and the sympathy that connects them. As he grows, Josey exhibits a tender disposition, striving to be patient and loving towards his sister Emma and demonstrating a desire to help others, especially during the hardships faced by families in his community. The narrative emphasizes the lessons of the Bible, encapsulating the importance of treating others with kindness as epitomized by Josey's heartfelt decision to support his Aunt Fanny in her missionary work, showcasing a child's capacity for understanding and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Love -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Aunts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33811 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 46 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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