Treats the revolutions in South America and Mexico, the Boer War in South Africa, and the exploration of Central Africa, the Greek and Italian wars for independence, the Crimean War, the American Civil War, the opening of trade with Japan and China, and the rebellion in India.
Through the eyes of Peter Rabbit we become acquainted with a variety of birds as they return to Peter's neighborhood in the spring. In the context of the story about each bird, we hear about its nesting habits, its feeding preferences, and its interactions with other wildlife. W…
One in a series of stories that introduce a period of history and geographical location through the adventures of twins. Here, Eskimo twins, Menie and Monnie, enjoy village life through the four seasons.
A collection of stories about the animals that live on a farm. Each story closes with a gentle moral, inspiring children to right behavior.
An attempt to teach some of the elements of grammar by allegory and pictorial illustration.
Relates the history of the Middle Ages with special attention given to presenting the life of the people -- peasant, noble, and court.
