Lily's birthday: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Lily's birthday: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

Lily's birthday is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Leslie, Madeline (1815–1893).
Catalogue synopsis
Project Gutenberg supplies this automated synopsis of the opening text:
"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.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Lily's birthday
- Author credits: Leslie, Madeline (1815–1893)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- City and town life -- Juvenile fiction
- Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
- Families -- Juvenile fiction
- Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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