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Family Suppers, Or, Evening Tales For Young People: In Which Instruction Is Blended With Amusement (Volume I)

Family Suppers, Or, Evening Tales For Young People: In Which Instruction Is Blended With Amusement (Volume I)

Delafaye-Brehier, Julie

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Fairy Tales & FolkloreFamily

ISBN10: 9354364322
ISBN13: 9789354364327
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jan 11 2021
Pages: 294
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A glowing hearth, eager young faces, and the gentle voice of a storyteller: Family Suppers, Or, Evening Tales For Young People invites readers to rediscover the magic of shared stories at home. Julie Delafaye-Brehier's beloved classic children's anthology gathers didactic tales crafted to delight and instruct, weaving amusement and wisdom into every page. Each story is a window into the values that shaped generations - kindness, honesty, respect - presented in a manner as charming as it is enduring. These are not simply bedtime stories for kids, but character-building lessons and manners and conduct tales, designed to nurture both heart and mind. First published in the heart of the Victorian era, this volume stands alongside the works of Maria Edgeworth and Sarah Trimmer, whose moral tale collections shaped the landscape of 19th century juvenile fiction. Delafaye-Brehier's stories, rich in family values and gentle instruction, echo the warmth and clarity of those earlier masters, while offering her own distinctive voice. Perfect for read-aloud family stories, these narratives create moments of connection, reflection, and joy, making them as relevant for today's families as they were for their original audience. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are seeking a Victorian era children's book to share with young listeners, or a collector searching for a true cultural treasure, Family Suppers offers a timeless invitation: gather together, and let tales of virtue and wonder light the evening hours.

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