St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 13, May 1886, No. 7. by Various

"St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 13, May 1886, No. 7" by Various is a children's magazine published during the late 19th century. The issue features a diverse range of content aimed at young readers, including stories, poems, and illustrations that entertain and educate. The magazine presents captivating tales of adventure, poetry about nature, lessons from history, and engaging activities designed to inspire the imaginations of its readers. The beginning of this volume offers a glimpse into the various articles and illustrations included, as well as a specific story titled "When Shakspere was a Boy" by Rose Kingsley. This opening piece recounts the early life of the famous playwright William Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon, detailing his simple childhood experiences and family life, showcasing both the setting and the cultural significance of his upbringing. The issue mixes whimsical poetry and practical jingle-like verses, alongside illustrated stories, making for an engaging read meant to instill a sense of curiosity and enjoyment in young minds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Editor Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905
Title St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 13, May 1886, No. 7.
An Illustrated Magazine for Young Folks
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's literature -- Periodicals
Subject Children's periodicals, American
Category Text
eBook-No. 32622
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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