McGuffey's Fifth Eclectic Reader by William Holmes McGuffey
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| Author | McGuffey, William Holmes, 1800-1873 |
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| Title | McGuffey's Fifth Eclectic Reader |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McGuffey_Readers |
| Credits | Produced by Don Kostuch |
| Summary | "McGuffey's Fifth Eclectic Reader" by William Holmes McGuffey is an educational collection of prose and poetry written in the late 19th century. This reader serves as a component of the acclaimed Eclectic Reader series designed to enhance elocution and comprehension in students, offering a blend of literary works aimed at moral instruction and aesthetic appreciation. The text not only showcases selections from various authors but also emphasizes techniques in reading aloud, articulation, and inflection to cultivate skilled speakers. The opening of the reader sets the stage for its instructional purpose, beginning with a preface that outlines the revisions and enhancements made to the collection, emphasizing the importance of understanding and expressing the content clearly. Readers are introduced to preliminary exercises that cover articulation, emphasis, and modulation, teaching them the fundamentals of effective reading. The initial stories, starting with "The Good Reader," feature vivid narratives that stress the moral and educational lessons embedded within the texts—demonstrating the value of clear communication and the impactful stories of individuals like a young girl who uses her reading skills to influence a king and change lives. This opening portion establishes a foundation for both practical skills and ethical character development through literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | Readers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15040 |
| Release Date | Feb 14, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 465 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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