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100	1		_aEggleston, Edward, _d1837-1902
245	1	0	_aStories of Great Americans for Little Americans
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2003-11-01
508			_aJuliet Sutherland, Michael Lockey and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520			_a"Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans" by Edward Eggleston is a collection of historical short stories written in the late 19th century. This work aims to introduce young readers to notable figures in American history through engaging narratives that highlight their contributions and adventures. By incorporating folklore-like anecdotes, the author seeks to instill a sense of national pride and knowledge of American heritage in children. The opening of the book sets the tone by emphasizing its educational purpose, explaining how historical figures were chosen for their significance to American culture and folklore. It outlines the author's approach of using simple language to make the stories accessible for young readers. The opening tales introduce characters like John Winthrop, the first governor of Boston, who faced challenges in early colonial life, and Marquette, a priest exploring the Mississippi River. These stories creatively blend factual history with accessible storytelling to spark interest and facilitate learning among children, making it a valuable resource for educators and parents alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aUnited States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10070
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