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Title:
Harper's Young People, March 29, 1881
An Illustrated Weekly
Note: Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Annie R. McGuire
Summary: "Harper's Young People, March 29, 1881" by Various is a children's periodical featuring a collection of illustrated stories and educational content written during the late 19th century. The magazine is designed to entertain and inform its young audience, presenting tales of adventure, moral lessons, and engaging illustrations that capture children's imaginations. The opening portion introduces various narratives, including "The Magic Wand," which depicts the whimsical experiences of Tailor Vertz and two boys, Ned and Billy, as they embark on a treasure-hunting adventure steeped in folklore and magic. At the start of the publication, the tale "The Magic Wand" introduces the quirky characters of Dutch Dolly and Tailor Vertz in the quaint town of Wilmington, where the tailor concocts a scheme to find buried treasure using a magical witch-willow branch. The story unfolds as Tailor Vertz convinces the boys to lend him money for his magic wand, leading them on a treasure hunt filled with excitement and comedic twists. The plot thickens when they explore the ruins of an old house believed to hold treasures, showcasing elements of friendship, adventure, and the innocence of childhood curiosity. This engaging opening sets the tone for a whimsical and imaginative reading experience, appealing to young readers' love for stories about magic and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
EBook No.: 45194
Published: Mar 23, 2014
Downloads: 192
Language: English
Subject: Children's periodicals, American
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Harper's Young People, March 29, 1881
An Illustrated Weekly
Note: Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Annie R. McGuire
Summary: "Harper's Young People, March 29, 1881" by Various is a children's periodical featuring a collection of illustrated stories and educational content written during the late 19th century. The magazine is designed to entertain and inform its young audience, presenting tales of adventure, moral lessons, and engaging illustrations that capture children's imaginations. The opening portion introduces various narratives, including "The Magic Wand," which depicts the whimsical experiences of Tailor Vertz and two boys, Ned and Billy, as they embark on a treasure-hunting adventure steeped in folklore and magic. At the start of the publication, the tale "The Magic Wand" introduces the quirky characters of Dutch Dolly and Tailor Vertz in the quaint town of Wilmington, where the tailor concocts a scheme to find buried treasure using a magical witch-willow branch. The story unfolds as Tailor Vertz convinces the boys to lend him money for his magic wand, leading them on a treasure hunt filled with excitement and comedic twists. The plot thickens when they explore the ruins of an old house believed to hold treasures, showcasing elements of friendship, adventure, and the innocence of childhood curiosity. This engaging opening sets the tone for a whimsical and imaginative reading experience, appealing to young readers' love for stories about magic and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
EBook No.: 45194
Published: Mar 23, 2014
Downloads: 192
Language: English
Subject: Children's periodicals, American
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.