This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 12000889
Title: Once Upon a Time in Delaware
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Once Upon a Time in Delaware" by Katharine Pyle is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book features a collection of stories aimed at young readers, highlighting the early history and significant events related to the state of Delaware, including colonization, interactions with Native Americans, and pivotal moments during the American Revolutionary War. It emphasizes the bravery and contributions of its early settlers and prominent figures, making it an educational read for children. The opening of the book sets the stage by introducing readers to Delaware's rich history through engaging tales crafted for children. The author invites young readers to learn about the arrival of Dutch settlers in the early 17th century, specifically detailing the awe and curiosity of Native Americans upon their arrival, and recounts the establishment of the first colony at Zwannendael. Readers are drawn into the story as Pyle conveys themes of exploration, cultural exchange, and the challenges faced by early settlers. The narrative moves through various historical anecdotes, promising an informative and captivating journey through Delaware's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Pyle, Katharine, 1863-1938
Editor: Bissell, Emily P. (Emily Perkins), 1861-1948
Illustrator: Leach, Ethel Pennewill Brown, 1878-1959
EBook No.: 48976
Published: May 16, 2015
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Delaware -- History
LoCC: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12000889
Title: Once Upon a Time in Delaware
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Once Upon a Time in Delaware" by Katharine Pyle is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book features a collection of stories aimed at young readers, highlighting the early history and significant events related to the state of Delaware, including colonization, interactions with Native Americans, and pivotal moments during the American Revolutionary War. It emphasizes the bravery and contributions of its early settlers and prominent figures, making it an educational read for children. The opening of the book sets the stage by introducing readers to Delaware's rich history through engaging tales crafted for children. The author invites young readers to learn about the arrival of Dutch settlers in the early 17th century, specifically detailing the awe and curiosity of Native Americans upon their arrival, and recounts the establishment of the first colony at Zwannendael. Readers are drawn into the story as Pyle conveys themes of exploration, cultural exchange, and the challenges faced by early settlers. The narrative moves through various historical anecdotes, promising an informative and captivating journey through Delaware's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Pyle, Katharine, 1863-1938
Editor: Bissell, Emily P. (Emily Perkins), 1861-1948
Illustrator: Leach, Ethel Pennewill Brown, 1878-1959
EBook No.: 48976
Published: May 16, 2015
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Delaware -- History
LoCC: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.