The fireside story book by Maria Edgeworth
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Edgeworth, Maria, 1768-1849
English
"The Fireside Story Book" by Maria Edgeworth is a collection of children's stories written in the mid-19th century. It features moral tales aimed at imparting lessons and values through engaging narratives centered around young characters. The stories include "Waste Not, Want Not," "The Bracelets," and "Lazy Lawrence," each touching on themes of ec...
nephews, Hal and Benjamin, after retiring to a new house. The boys are raised in differing environments, with Hal exhibiting extravagant behaviors learned from his father, while Benjamin practices thriftiness instilled by his own. Mr. Gresham introduces them to his motto, “Waste Not, Want Not,” highlighting contrasting values that set the stage for their character development. Their interactions—with incidents involving a parcel and string, as well as their experiences with a sprained ankle of a younger cousin—begin to illustrate the lessons of generosity and the consequences of wastefulness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
George Nguyen
4 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. Time very well spent.
Lisa Wright
1 month agoIn my opinion, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Jackson Taylor
3 weeks agoGiven the topic, the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Patricia Roberts
4 months agoInitially overlooked, this book the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.