| Author |
Lord, Frewen, Mrs. |
| Author |
Stanley, Arthur Penrhyn, 1815-1881 |
| Title |
Tales from Westminster Abbey Told to Children
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| Note |
Based on Dean Stanley's Memorials of Westminster Abbey.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Benjamin Fluehr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Tales from Westminster Abbey Told to Children by Mrs. Frewen Lord" is a children's historical account written in the late 19th century. This book serves as an engaging introduction to Westminster Abbey, focusing on its history, the significant figures buried there, and the stories surrounding them. Through the eyes of the author, who experienced Dean Stanley's storytelling in the Abbey, readers are invited to understand the rich tapestry of English history tied to this iconic church. The narrative recounts the tales of notable people associated with Westminster Abbey, including kings, queens, and influential figures like Lord Shaftesbury and General Gordon, illustrating their contributions to society. Each chapter highlights distinct individuals, weaving together their life stories, accomplishments, and the lasting impact they had on England. The reader learns about historical events, such as King Edward the Confessor's founding of the Abbey and significant moments like the Indian Mutiny, thereby gaining insight into the moral values these figures embodied, alongside the architectural beauty of Westminster Abbey itself. Overall, the book aims to inspire and educate young readers about their heritage while keeping the stories accessible and relatable. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Westminster Abbey -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Benevolence -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65748 |
| Release Date |
Jul 2, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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