Babes of the Empire: An alphabet for young England by Thomas Stevens
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"Babes of the Empire: An alphabet for young England" by Thomas Stevens is a children's alphabet book written in the early 20th century. The book aims to introduce young readers to the concept of the British Empire by presenting various characters and representatives from different parts of the Empire, using each letter of the alphabet. Through its rhyming verse and whimsical illustrations, the book captures the diverse cultures and identities within the
Empire while promoting a sense of pride and unity among its subjects. The book presents a charming and playful exploration of the British Empire through an alphabet format, with each letter dedicated to a different character or region. For example, "A is for Australian," highlighting attributes like bravery and resourcefulness; "C is for Canadian," showcasing warmth and generosity; and "Z is for Zulu," emphasizing former conflicts turned into friendships. Each character embodies a blend of cultural traits and national pride, allowing readers to celebrate the Empire's diversity. The overarching message promotes peace and comradeship among its inhabitants, illustrating the ideal of an interconnected and harmonious empire where all cultures contribute to a collective identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Stevens, Thomas, 1855- |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Collins, A. H. |
| Title | Babes of the Empire: An alphabet for young England |
| Credits |
Produced by Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at The National Library of Australia.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Alphabet books |
| Subject | Picture books for children |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Colonies -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62730 |
| Release Date | Jul 23, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 258 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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