Adventure, Fiction

Female Robinson Crusoe: A Tale of the American Wilderness by Lucy Ford (1837)

Buy it on AmazonOriginally Published 1837. From the preface: Probably most readers of American Western newspapers, remember the several brief accounts that have, for years past, occasionally been given of children lost in the woods, in states beyond the Alleghany mountains. The following statement of an extraordinary case is more in detail, and its analogy to the circumstances attending the long residence of Alexander Selkirk … Continue reading Female Robinson Crusoe: A Tale of the American Wilderness by Lucy Ford (1837)

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Patriotism

The Yankee Tea-Party or Boston in 1773 by Henry C. Watson (1852)

Originally  Published in 1852 Illustrations by William Croome, No event excites more interest among Americans than the destruction of the tea in Boston harbour. Then and there, the unconquerable resolution of freemen was first made apparent to the obstinate oppressors of our infant country. Yet, until of late years, the history of the affair was very imperfectly known, and the names of the men who … Continue reading The Yankee Tea-Party or Boston in 1773 by Henry C. Watson (1852)

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Children, Japan, Picture Book

The Building in Japan by T. Takagi (1900)

Originally published in 1900, “The Building in Japan” is a short, simple introduction to Japanese Culture and Customs shown through hand colored black and white photographs. For this new edition the photos have been edited to make them look as good as possible. Great for children if you’re trying to provide a more traditional Liberal educational experience. Buy this book today on Amazon.com Continue reading The Building in Japan by T. Takagi (1900)

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Children, Fairy-Tale

Higgledy-Piggledy by Lord Edward Hugessen Brabourne Baron (1875)

Originally published in 1875. Six stories that can only be described as “Higgledy-Piggledy” THE CRONE OF CHARING,THE SQUIRREL AND THE HEDGEHOG, THE PIG OF CHERITON, THE MERMAID’S BOY, PRINCE MERIMEL ,BILLYS STORY.Includes 8 original illustrations. From the preface: “It is a great thing to choose for a new book a title which all the world understands at once. Every reader, learned, or unlearned, will know … Continue reading Higgledy-Piggledy by Lord Edward Hugessen Brabourne Baron (1875)

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Adventure, Children, Fiction

The Boys of the Sierras: The Young Gold Hunters. A STORY OF CALIFORNIA IN ’49 by Hendrik Conscience (1883)

Originally Published 1883. Follow the adventures of Donatus Kwik and his brave companions as they travel from Antwerp, Belgium to the rough and tumble Western United States in search of precious gold and adventure. Buy this book today on Amazon.com. Continue reading The Boys of the Sierras: The Young Gold Hunters. A STORY OF CALIFORNIA IN ’49 by Hendrik Conscience (1883)

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History, Patriotism

The Heroes of Young America by Ascott R Hope (1877)

Originally published in 1877 by Ascott R Hope, this young adult book details the discovery and founding of the United States of America and the great people who helped build the greatest country on Earth. This new edition has been edited and formatted to be as faithful to the original book as possible while also being easy and fun to read. Contains 6 beautiful illustrations … Continue reading The Heroes of Young America by Ascott R Hope (1877)

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History, Patriotism

Camp-Fires of the Revolution: OR, The War of Independence by Henry C. Watson (1850)

Originally published in 1850. From the preface: “In presenting the “Camp-Fires of the Revolution” to the public, a few remarks may be necessary, or, at least, will not be mal a propos. The “battles, sieges, fortunes,” of the war in which American Independence was secured, may be found detailed in history, with all possible accuracy, and elaborate criticism. But the sufferings of the ill-furnished soldiers … Continue reading Camp-Fires of the Revolution: OR, The War of Independence by Henry C. Watson (1850)

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Children, Fairy-Tale

Friends and Foes from Fairy Land by Lord Edward Hugessen Brabourne Baron (1886)

CLICK HERE to buy on Amazon Originally Published 1886.A book of three original fairy-tales by Edward Hugessen, an English aristocrat.From the Preface to the book: “To ALL LOVERS OF FAIRY LORE, IN COMPLIANCE With MANY REQUESTS FROM OLD-YOUNG FRIENDS, THESE THREE TALES, WRITTEN IN STRAY MOMENTS, ARE AFFECTIONATELY DEDICATED BY THE AUTHOR. THE three tales which form the present volume tell of fairies, good and … Continue reading Friends and Foes from Fairy Land by Lord Edward Hugessen Brabourne Baron (1886)

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Children, Picture Book

The Teacup Whale by Lydia Gibson (1934)

Originally Published 1934. Illustrated children’s book by Lydia Gibson. This story, published in New York by Farrar & Rinehart, marked for younger children, aged 5 to 8, is a cute tale about a boy who discovers a growing whale the size of a pollywog in a teacup.While not explicitly radical, the story invites children to dream big dreams and to challenge the contrary opinions of … Continue reading The Teacup Whale by Lydia Gibson (1934)

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