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100 1 _aAnonymous
245 1 0 _aVillage Annals, Containing Austerus and Humanus: A Sympathetic Tale
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-03-18
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Village Annals, Containing Austerus and Humanus: A Sympathetic Tale" by Anonymous is a reflective narrative likely written in the early 19th century. This book is a moral tale that contrasts two opposing characters, Austerus and Humanus, to explore themes of compassion, wealth, and the impact of one's actions on others. The story unfolds against the backdrop of a small village, illustrating how the conduct of individuals contributes to the welfare of the community. The narrative centers around Sir Filmer Hopewell, who seeks shelter in a village ale-house during a wintry evening. There, he meets a compassionate landlord who recounts the lives of two prominent figures in the village: Austerus, a wealthy but callous man, and Humanus, a kind-hearted individual of modest means. Austerus is portrayed as a tyrant whose indifference towards the suffering of the poor marks him as a figure of disdain, while Humanus exemplifies generosity, actively aiding those in distress and fostering goodwill in the community. Through anecdotes highlighting Humanus' benevolence, the tale serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy and moral character, prompting readers to reflect on their own values and the broader implications of their actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aConduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aSelfishness -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aGenerosity -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45164
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