Our Little Jewish Cousin by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade

"Our Little Jewish Cousin" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade is an illustrated children's book, part of the Little Cousin Series, published in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life and cultural experiences of Jewish children, encapsulating themes of heritage, tradition, and the longing for a homeland. The story likely aims to educate young readers about Jewish identity and the historical significance of Jerusalem to the Jewish people. The book follows the lives of children, primarily focusing on Esther and her brother Solomon, who navigate their daily activities and religious practices in Jerusalem. They visit important sites such as the "Place of Wailing," where they join their community in mourning the loss of their homeland. Throughout the story, readers are introduced to Jewish customs, significant historical events related to their ancestors, including tales of bravery and faith. The narrative includes elements of nature, family life, and the rich cultural tapestry of the Jewish tradition, all aimed at imparting lessons of hope, resilience, and the importance of remembering one’s roots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Wade, Mary Hazelton Blanchard, 1860-1936
Illustrator Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse), 1857-1931
LoC No. 04018776
Title Our Little Jewish Cousin
Credits Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children -- Palestine -- Juvenile literature
Category Text
eBook-No. 43585
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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