Callcott, Maria, Lady 1785-1842 creator text utu 2021 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Palm Sunday; or, Little Mary's Saturday's Walk" by Lady Maria Callcott is a children's story written in the early 19th century. This book provides a charming narrative that revolves around themes of nature, learning, and faith, particularly focusing on the customs surrounding Palm Sunday. The narrative captures the innocence and curiosity of a young girl, Little Mary, as she embarks on a meaningful journey with her father to visit a neighbor, while discovering the beauty and significance of spring flowers and the traditions linked to this special day. Throughout the story, Little Mary assists her father as they visit old Molly Davies, learning about various spring flowers and their medicinal uses along the way. As they navigate their way, Mr. Lumley explains the historical and cultural significance of palm branches, detailing their usage in biblical times and their connection to the modern customs of Palm Sunday. The dialogue is filled with rich descriptions of the natural world, and Mary’s inquisitive nature prompts a thoughtful exploration of her faith and the beauty of God’s creations. The book concludes with Mary joyfully reflecting on her experiences and knowledge gained during her walk, making it a delightful read for children that also imparts valuable lessons regarding nature and tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2021-03-06 Transcribed from the 1840 W. Birch edition by David Price Original publication data not identified Plants -- Juvenile literature Palm Sunday -- Juvenile literature PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64715 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64715 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134507.0 64715