The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Edgeworth, Maria (1768–1849).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children" by Maria Edgeworth is a collection of children's stories published in 1796. This pioneering work features tales with memorable titles like "Lazy Lawrence," "The Purple Jar," and "The False Key." The collection gained remarkable popularity, reaching even Queen Victoria, who was reading it months before her coronation. These instructional yet entertaining stories influenced children's literature and earned mentions in classic novels, establishing Edgeworth's reputation for delightful moral tales.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children
- Author credits: Edgeworth, Maria (1768–1849)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Short Stories
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