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050 4 _aPZ
100 1 _aPansy,
_d1841-1930
245 1 0 _aRailroad building, and other stories
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2023-08-24
505 0 _aRailroad building -- A very sly fellow -- Mabel's "inasmuch" -- Fretting Lettie -- How Rosie helped -- Mrs. Browne's botany class.
520 _a"Railroad Building and Other Stories" by Pansy (Isabella Alden) is a collection of children's stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology features various tales that encompass themes of childhood innocence, moral lessons, and social values, such as teamwork, honesty, and kindness. The stories reflect the societal values and norms of the Victorian era, emphasizing lessons intended for young readers. The collection begins with "Railroad Building," where a group of boys, inspired by their young friend Will whose father is a railroad engineer, embark on an imaginative adventure to build their railroad using tools and creativity. Other stories like "A Very Sly Fellow" recount the mischief of boys and the consequences of their actions, illustrating the importance of honesty and the humorous predicaments they find themselves in. "Mabel's 'Inasmuch'" tells of a young girl learning to embrace a new family member despite her initial reluctance, while "Fretting Lettie" highlights the patience and understanding needed within a busy family. "How Rosie Helped" and "Mrs. Browne's Botany Class" explore themes of compassion and the joy of learning about nature. The stories collectively offer delightful narratives filled with charm, humor, and moral lessons that resonate with both children and adults alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cBoston: D. Lothrop Company, 1885
653 _aChildren's stories, American
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71478
999 _c112204
_d112204