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"The Goop Directory of Juvenile Offenders Famous for their Misdeeds and Serving as a Salutary Example for all Virtuous Children" by Gelett Burgess is a whimsical children's book written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1913. This work takes the form of a playful illustrated directory that showcases various fictional child characters, referred to as "Goops," who embody a variety of mischievous behaviors. The book serves as a humorous cautionary tale,
aimed at guiding children toward better manners and proper conduct by illustrating the negative consequences of bad behavior. Within this directory, each "Goop" is introduced with a brief poem that highlights their particular misdeeds, from being selfish and not sharing toys to throwing trash on the ground or talking in church. Each character's antics are both entertaining and instructive, presenting readers with amusing scenarios that showcase their juvenile indiscretions. The underlying message is clear: exhibiting good behavior is essential, and the book plays on the idea of learning through the examples of others, encouraging children to reflect on their own actions and strive for virtue rather than mischief. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Burgess, Gelett, 1866-1951 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Goop Directory of Juvenile Offenders Famous for their Misdeeds and Serving as a Salutary Example for all Virtuous Children |
| Credits | Produced by David Newman. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Manners and customs -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13035 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 441 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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