Harper's Young People, March 30, 1880: An Illustrated Weekly: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Harper's Young People, March 30, 1880: An Illustrated Weekly is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
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"Harper's Young People, March 30, 1880" by Various is a collection of illustrated articles and stories written during the late 19th century. This publication was aimed at young readers and encompasses a variety of themes, including adventure, historical accounts, and educational content, reflecting the interests and ideals of that era. As a product of its time, it provides a snapshot of the Victorian period's cultural landscape, with stories meant to entertain and inform children. The content of this specific issue features a range of narratives, including a whimsical prank about a timid boy named Harold Lord, who becomes the target of an April Fool's joke by his classmates. In a series of humorous events, his peers, dressed as a band of young villains, discover that Harold is not as cowardly as they assumed. Additionally, the publication includes a historical piece on General Schuyler during the American Revolution, details on the birth of a baby elephant, and various anecdotes about animals and nature. Through these diverse stories, the collection engages young readers with lessons on bravery, ingenuity, and friendship, all while imbuing them with a sense of adventure and curiosity about the world around them.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Harper's Young People, March 30, 1880: An Illustrated Weekly
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's periodicals, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: History - American
- Category: Humour
- Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals
- Category: Short Stories
- Harper's Young People
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