May Day; or, Anecdotes of Miss Lydia Lively by Unknown
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| Author | Unknown |
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| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59334 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 54 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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