The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming. by Ellen Eddy Shaw
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| Author | Shaw, Ellen Eddy, 1874-1960 |
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| Title | The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming" by Ellen Eddy Shaw is a practical guide focused on gardening, targeted primarily at young readers, and published in the early 20th century. The book explores the concept of gardening through the experiences of a group of boys and girls who form a garden club, led by a mentor they affectionately call The Chief. Through their projects and challenges, the young members learn about various gardening techniques, the importance of planning, and how to tackle practical problems, all while fostering a love for nature and teamwork. At the start of the narrative, the scene is set with a group of five boys entering The Chief's home on a stormy night, where they gather to discuss their individual gardening projects. Each boy shares his challenges, which range from limited space to soil condition issues, and The Chief encourages them to strategize and learn from one another. Throughout their meetings, essential gardening concepts—such as soil types, planting techniques, and crop rotations—are introduced along with light-hearted banter among the boys. The engaging dialogue demonstrates the club's camaraderie, while also serving as a platform to impart valuable knowledge and skills related to gardening. The opening chapters establish a foundation for both the characters' development and the practical lessons they will encounter through their shared gardening experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Gardening -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13537 |
| Release Date | Sep 27, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 156 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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