Harper's Young People, January 4, 1881 by Various

"Harper's Young People, January 4, 1881" by Various is a collection of illustrated stories and articles intended for a young audience, published in the late 19th century during the Victorian era. This publication features a variety of narratives including imaginative tales, educational pieces, and poems that engage children's interests and entertain them with lessons about morality, friendship, and adventure. The book includes several stories such as "Mr. Chalker’s Ruse," which follows a schoolmaster who takes his students out sledding and fishing instead of holding class on a cold winter's day, allowing for both fun and an unexpected lesson in resourcefulness. Another story, "John's 'Camel-Bird,'" presents the bond between a boy and his pet ostrich, illustrating themes of companionship and adventure. Through richly imagined plots and engaging characters, each contribution serves to enlighten and amuse young readers while fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title Harper's Young People, January 4, 1881
An Illustrated Monthly
Credits Produced by Annie R. McGuire
Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject Children's periodicals, American
Category Text
eBook-No. 44650
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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