Highroads of Geography by Anonymous
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"Highroads of Geography" by Anonymous is an educational book designed for children, likely written in the early 20th century. The book is structured as a travel narrative where a father recounts his global adventures through a series of letters to his children. It aims to introduce young readers to various countries, cultures, and geography, fostering curiosity about the world beyond their own environment. The opening of the book establishes an emotional context
as the father bids goodbye to his children before embarking on a journey around the world. The children, particularly Tom, show a mixture of sadness and excitement, promising to stay cheerful for their mother's sake and expressing their eagerness to receive letters detailing their father's adventures. The letters he writes cover numerous destinations starting from France, describing the landscapes, customs, and people he encounters along the way, which sets the stage for an educational exploration of geography and international cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title |
Highroads of Geography Introductory Book: Round the World with Father |
| Credits | Produced by Julie Barkley, Susan Woodring and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Geography -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11218 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 572 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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