The Library of Work and Play: Outdoor Work by Mary Rogers Miller
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"The Library of Work and Play: Outdoor Work" by Mary Rogers Miller is a practical guide written in the early 20th century. This book aims to inspire young readers to engage in outdoor work and activities that promote self-reliance, character-building, and civic responsibility. It covers a wide variety of topics, including earning money through various outdoor occupations, farming, and the conservation of natural resources. The opening of the text establishes the author's
intentions, emphasizing the benefits of working outdoors for children and teenagers. Miller begins by acknowledging the motivations behind a young person's desire to earn money, positioning this alongside character development and community engagement. She discusses various outdoor activities that children can participate in for monetary gain, such as harvesting fruits and nuts, raising animals, and assembling collections from nature, all while stressing the importance of ethical considerations and sustainable practices. The tone is encouraging and informative, aiming to foster a love for outdoor work and appreciation for nature among young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Miller, Mary Rogers, 1868- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11018256 |
| Title | The Library of Work and Play: Outdoor Work |
| Series Title | The children's library of work and play |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chris Jordan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| Subject | Agriculture -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45154 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 844 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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