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Mabie, Hamilton Wright
1846
1916
Mabie, Hamilton W. (Hamilton Wright)
Stephens, Kate
1853
1938
Ransom, Olive
Heroes Every Child Should Know
Perseus -- Hercules -- Daniel -- David -- St. George -- King Arthur -- Sir Galahad -- Siegfried -- Roland -- King Alfred -- The Cid -- Robin Hood -- Richard the Lion-Hearted -- Saint Louis -- William Tell -- Robert Bruce -- George Washington -- Robert E. Lee -- Abraham Lincoln -- Father Damien.
This etext was produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
"Heroes Every Child Should Know" by Hamilton Wright Mabie is a collection of heroic tales curated for young readers, likely written during the late 19th century. The book aims to introduce children to legendary figures and inspirational characters from various cultures and epochs, promoting themes of bravery, self-sacrifice, and heroism that resonate with the spirit of youth. The opening of the text presents an introductory note that emphasizes the importance of heroes throughout history and their role in shaping societal values. Mabie highlights heroes as essential figures who represent the highest ideals and qualities admired by people across different cultures. The introduction subsequently sets the tone for the tales to follow, which include stories about famous heroes such as Perseus, Hercules, and Daniel among others. Each subsequent chapter promises to illustrate the extraordinary feats and moral virtues that define these characters, fostering a sense of admiration and inspiration in the young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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