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Lord, Frewen, Mrs.
Frewen Lord, Mrs.
Lord, Millicent Frewen
Lord, Millicent
Lord, Mrs. Walter Frewen
Stanley, Arthur Penrhyn
1815
1881
Stanley, A. P.
Tales from Westminster Abbey Told to Children
Based on Dean Stanley's Memorials of Westminster Abbey.
Benjamin Fluehr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"Tales from Westminster Abbey Told to Children by Mrs. Frewen Lord" is a children's historical account written in the late 19th century. This book serves as an engaging introduction to Westminster Abbey, focusing on its history, the significant figures buried there, and the stories surrounding them. Through the eyes of the author, who experienced Dean Stanley's storytelling in the Abbey, readers are invited to understand the rich tapestry of English history tied to this iconic church. The narrative recounts the tales of notable people associated with Westminster Abbey, including kings, queens, and influential figures like Lord Shaftesbury and General Gordon, illustrating their contributions to society. Each chapter highlights distinct individuals, weaving together their life stories, accomplishments, and the lasting impact they had on England. The reader learns about historical events, such as King Edward the Confessor's founding of the Abbey and significant moments like the Indian Mutiny, thereby gaining insight into the moral values these figures embodied, alongside the architectural beauty of Westminster Abbey itself. Overall, the book aims to inspire and educate young readers about their heritage while keeping the stories accessible and relatable. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Great Britain -- History -- Juvenile literature
Christian life -- Juvenile literature
Westminster Abbey -- Juvenile literature
Benevolence -- Juvenile literature
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: History - British
Category: History - Royalty
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