The Nursery, February 1878, Vol. XXIII, No. 2: A Monthly Magazine for Youngest Readers: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Nursery, February 1878, Vol. XXIII, No. 2: A Monthly Magazine for Youngest Readers is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Nursery, February 1878, Vol. XXIII, No. 2" by Various is a monthly magazine aimed at young readers, written during the late 19th century. The publication features a collection of prose and poetry, crafted to entertain and educate children through stories and verses that highlight childhood adventures and moral lessons. The magazine's content is likely intended to foster imagination, creativity, and values that resonate with its juvenile audience. This edition includes a variety of charming narratives and poems, such as "Ebony and Lucy," which tells of a girl and her loyal dog enjoying a day on the ice, and "Daisy," about a mischievous colt that brings joy and trouble to her family. Other delightful pieces include "Jamie Canfield's Sand-Heap," following a young boy's play with sand, and whimsical poems like "Lullaby!" that soothe readers with gentle rhythms. Themes of friendship, playfulness, and the innocence of childhood permeate the stories, making it an engaging read for children and a nostalgic journey for adults. Overall, the publication is a treasure trove of delightful tales and songs meant to captivate the imaginations of its young audience.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Nursery, February 1878, Vol. XXIII, No. 2: A Monthly Magazine for Youngest Readers
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's literature, American -- Periodicals
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Poetry
- Category: Short Stories
- The Nursery
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