This edition had all images removed.
Title: The Moral Picture Book
Credits:
Produced by David Garcia and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced
from page scans provided by the Internet Archive and University of
Florida.
Summary: "The Moral Picture Book" by Anonymous is a collection of moral tales written in the early 19th century, likely during the Victorian era. This book is crafted to impart ethical lessons through engaging stories, often featuring children and their families, exploring themes of honesty, charity, contentment, and the importance of obedience. The narratives illustrate how virtuous behavior leads to happiness, while misdeeds result in feelings of regret and sorrow. Within the book, the main story follows John Cooper, a young boy who experiences the consequences of skipping school and the subsequent grief he causes his parents. After a series of events involving a reckless adventure and a near-miss with danger, John learns the value of obedience through heartfelt remorse and prayer. As an adult, he reflects on these lessons while serving as a horse-soldier, emphasizing the lasting impact of good character. Supporting tales, such as those of Mary Jones and Rachel Jenkins, further illustrate the themes of kindness, charity, and industry, showcasing the strength found in community and the importance of helping others in need. Ultimately, the stories intertwine moral teachings with engaging narratives that resonate with readers, particularly those interested in literature that nurtures ethical development in children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Anonymous
EBook No.: 13344
Published: Aug 31, 2004
Downloads: 262
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Moral Picture Book
Credits:
Produced by David Garcia and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced
from page scans provided by the Internet Archive and University of
Florida.
Summary: "The Moral Picture Book" by Anonymous is a collection of moral tales written in the early 19th century, likely during the Victorian era. This book is crafted to impart ethical lessons through engaging stories, often featuring children and their families, exploring themes of honesty, charity, contentment, and the importance of obedience. The narratives illustrate how virtuous behavior leads to happiness, while misdeeds result in feelings of regret and sorrow. Within the book, the main story follows John Cooper, a young boy who experiences the consequences of skipping school and the subsequent grief he causes his parents. After a series of events involving a reckless adventure and a near-miss with danger, John learns the value of obedience through heartfelt remorse and prayer. As an adult, he reflects on these lessons while serving as a horse-soldier, emphasizing the lasting impact of good character. Supporting tales, such as those of Mary Jones and Rachel Jenkins, further illustrate the themes of kindness, charity, and industry, showcasing the strength found in community and the importance of helping others in need. Ultimately, the stories intertwine moral teachings with engaging narratives that resonate with readers, particularly those interested in literature that nurtures ethical development in children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Anonymous
EBook No.: 13344
Published: Aug 31, 2004
Downloads: 262
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.