Lily's birthday by Madeline Leslie
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"Lily's Birthday" by Madeline Leslie is a children's book written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the joyous celebration of young Lily's birthday, detailing the events and interactions of her family and cousins as they prepare for a festive tea party and engage in various childhood games. The book encapsulates themes of innocence, familial bonds, and the importance of kindness among children. The story begins with the eager anticipation
of Lily’s birthday and unfolds through a series of charming vignettes featuring Lily and her siblings, cousins, and relatives. It depicts the excitement of birthday gifts, the warmth of family gatherings, and the blissful atmosphere of childhood play. As Lily navigates through her special day, the narrative is interspersed with lessons in kindness, compassion, and the joy of sharing, culminating in a memorable celebration that unites the family. Each chapter presents a slice of life that emphasizes the simple pleasures of childhood, underscored by the loving presence of family and friends. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Lily's birthday |
| Original Publication | Boston: Graves & Young, 1867. |
| Series Title | Aunt Hattie's library |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Kindness -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cousins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | City and town life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73659 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 390 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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