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100 1 _aBaldwin, James,
_d1841-1925
245 1 0 _aFifty Famous Stories Retold
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-05-23
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Fifty Famous Stories Retold" by James Baldwin is a collection of classic tales, likely written in the late 19th century. This compilation presents a variety of well-known stories drawn from history, folklore, and legends, intended primarily for a younger audience to instill moral lessons and spark an interest in literature. The narratives revolve around significant figures and events, featuring characters such as King Alfred, Julius Caesar, and Robin Hood, each exemplifying bravery, wisdom, and virtue. The opening portion of the book introduces its aim and scope, emphasizing the educational value and historical significance of the stories included. Baldwin describes the importance of familiarizing children with these tales to nurture their understanding of moral truths and cultural heritage. The initial stories presented feature King Alfred, showcasing his wisdom through two poignant episodes: one where he unknowingly burns the cakes while preoccupied with higher matters and another illustrating his compassion in sharing his last food with a beggar. These anecdotes set the tone for the collection, combining entertainment with valuable life lessons, thereby engaging young readers while enriching their knowledge of history and moral philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHistory
653 _aFolklore
653 _aReaders
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18442
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