Harper's Young People, May 16, 1882 by Various

"Harper's Young People, May 16, 1882" by Various is a collection of stories and illustrations geared towards a young audience, likely published during the late 19th century. The contents reflect a blend of adventure, moral lessons, and imaginative tales aimed at entertaining and educating children, capturing the essence of childhood experiences and values. The opening portion introduces a narrative titled "The Scarlet Glow," where two children, Fletcher and Amy, are left under the care of their father during a trip to Switzerland. As their father departs, the siblings embark on a playful excursion to gather wildflowers, which soon takes a perilous turn when they become lost on the mountainside after Fletcher injures his ankle. The story unfolds with themes of adventure, sibling dynamics, and the challenges of navigating the unknown, presenting a vivid and relatable childhood experience while hinting at a valuable lesson about responsibility and caution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title Harper's Young People, May 16, 1882
An Illustrated Weekly
Credits Produced by Annie R. McGuire
Reading Level Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject Children's periodicals, American
Category Text
eBook-No. 57842
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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