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A DescriptivE List of Books for the Young
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781023601573
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Descriptive List of Books for the Young, compiled by William Maccrillis Griswold, offers a curated selection of literature intended for young readers. Published in 1895, this volume serves as a valuable annotated bibliography, providing concise descriptions and critical insights into a range of works from fairy tales to historical narratives.
Griswold's compilation includes popular authors such as Susan Coolidge, Trowbridge, Walter Scott, and Palmer Cox. The list offers guidance to parents, educators, and young readers seeking quality literature. Highlighting notable works like Arabian Nights, tales of King Arthur, and stories of Wat Tyler, this book provides a window into the literary tastes and educational priorities of the late 19th century.
This descriptive list preserves the literary landscape of its time, offering both entertainment and instruction to its intended audience.
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