| Editor |
O'Shea, M. V. (Michael Vincent), 1866-1932 |
| Author |
Aikin, John, 1747-1822 |
| Author |
Barbauld, Mrs. (Anna Letitia), 1743-1825 |
| Author |
Marcet, Mrs. (Jane Haldimand), 1769-1858 |
| Author |
Taylor, Jane, 1783-1824 |
| Title |
Eyes and No Eyes, and Other Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Eyes and no eyes, or, The art of seeing / from Aiken and Barbauld's "Evenings at home" -- The three giants / by Mrs. Marcet -- Travellers' wonders / from Aiken and Barbauld's "Evenings at home" -- A curious instrument / by Jane Taylor -- Note.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tom Cosmas from files made available at The
Internet Archive.
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| Summary |
"Eyes and No Eyes, and Other Stories" by M.V. O'Shea is a collection of children's stories written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on themes of observation, curiosity, and the natural world, aiming to encourage young readers to develop their observational skills and appreciation for their surroundings. The stories serve to engage children in learning through entertaining narratives rather than mere instruction. The first story, "Eyes and No Eyes," contrasts two boys, William and Robert, on their walk through nature; William is attentive and curious about the world around him, while Robert is indifferent. Throughout their journey, William discovers various plants and animals, sparking discussions about nature, while Robert misses these experiences. Other stories in the collection, such as "The Three Giants," introduce allegorical figures representing water, wind, and steam to illustrate their roles in society. Each tale aims to impart valuable lessons and inspire children to observe the wonders of the world actively. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's stories, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
63850 |
| Release Date |
Nov 22, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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