May Day; or, Anecdotes of Miss Lydia Lively by Unknown

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Author Unknown
Title May Day; or, Anecdotes of Miss Lydia Lively
Intended to improve and amuse the rising generation
Note Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "May Day; or, Anecdotes of Miss Lydia Lively" by Unknown is a didactic children's book written during the late 18th century. The book aims to impart moral lessons through the everyday experiences and behaviors of a young girl named Lydia, exploring themes of kindness, generosity, and the importance of good habits. Through Lydia's interactions with her family and community, readers are guided toward understanding the value of being good and considerate. The narrative unfolds over a series of conversations and situations that Miss Lydia encounters, primarily focusing on her development as a well-behaved child. Each chapter illustrates a different anecdote or event that teaches Lydia essential virtues, often through her mother's gentle guidance. Characters such as her brother, friends, and neighbors provide context for Lydia's reflections and choices. As she learns to navigate her emotions, responsibilities, and interactions with others, Miss Lydia illustrates the challenges of childhood and the growth that comes from striving to be a better person. The book intertwines moral instruction with relatable childlike experiences, ultimately promoting an ideal standard for young readers to aspire to. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mothers and daughters -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 59334
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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