Excerpt from The Young Lady's Library of Useful and Entertaining Knowledge: Intended as a Holiday or Birth-Day Present
Firmly wedded to its base enjoyments, to accept, and much more to profit by, the instruction which the wise would afford them. Whether the child be trained up in the way in which he should go, or in which he should not go, it is certain that, When he is old he will not depart there from. Habit is second nature, and it must be obvious to all, who properly reason upon the subject, that when vice and prejudice have long held possession, the words of wisdom will have little chance of being heard. The most efficient mode, therefore, of producing a universal diffu sion of wisdom, is to sow its seeds in the pure young bosom of the rising generation. They must become the depositories of that wisdom which would be distasteful as well as useless to their fathers, and on them must hereafter devolve the important duty of still more widely diffusing it. It is upon these grounds, and in the humble desire to render some little assistance in preparing the minds of youth for the reception of lighter knowledge in their more mature years, that the author has composed the following pages. De voted to no particular science, and having for its sole object the blending of instruction with amuse.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of informative and entertaining short articles suitable for the entire family. The author aims to blend knowledge and fun by discussing a wide range of subjects, from historical events to scientific discoveries. One section is dedicated to the intriguing history and traditions associated with each month of the year, while another explores the wonders of the natural world. The articles also delve into topics such as ancient Chinese architecture, the mechanics of clocks, and the unique behavior of animals. The author's approach is engaging and accessible, making this book an ideal choice for anyone seeking to broaden their knowledge while being entertained. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333403614_0
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