The Blue Jar Story Book: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Blue Jar Story Book is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lamb, Charles (1775–1834); Lamb, Mary (1764–1847); Edgeworth, Maria (1768–1849); Mant, Alicia Catherine (?–1869).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Blue Jar Story Book" by Maria Edgeworth, Charles Lamb, Mary Lamb, Alicia C. Mant, and others is a collection of illustrated children's stories likely written in the early 20th century. This anthology features charming tales aimed at young readers, with themes that often instruct moral lessons and foster good values. The stories revolve around children and their adventures, decisions, and life lessons, such as the story of Rosamond and her fateful choice between a blue jar and a pair of shoes. At the start of the collection, the opening story centers on a young girl named Rosamond who accompanies her mother through the bustling streets of London. As they pass various shops, Rosamond expresses her desire for beautiful items she sees, including a blue flower-pot. After a delightful but ultimately disappointing decision-making process, Rosamond chooses the flower-pot over new shoes, believing it would bring her happiness. However, upon receiving the jar, she discovers it is not blue as she had hoped, leading to a lesson about the importance of wisdom in choices, understanding the consequences, and dealing with disappointment. This narrative sets the tone for the engaging and instructional tales that follow in the rest of the book.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Blue Jar Story Book
- Author credits: Lamb, Charles (1775–1834); Lamb, Mary (1764–1847); Edgeworth, Maria (1768–1849); Mant, Alicia Catherine (?–1869)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories
- Short stories
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Short Stories
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