Description: This book is a charming look into how children were taught in 1860 (just before the Civil War). The book has lots of stories and poetry, curated by the author "Uncle Merry". The book has faded cloth over boards, with wear along the edges and corners. The spine has been repaired with Library Tape. The frontis is a lovely hand colored engraving. There are engraved illustrations throughout the book. There is no writing or marks on the end pages. The book is slightly fragile, but easily readable. The editor, "Uncle Merry" calls the book Merrys Gems, as he (or maybe she) felt each story and bit of poetry in the book is a "Gem" that stands out from the rest. In the introduction, Merry states that all young people should memorize poetry and prose, as a means of entertainment and enlightenment.
Price: 27.6 USD
Location: Bronson, Florida
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Year Printed: 1860
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: Edifying Childrens Fiction and Poetry
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Unknown
Author: Uncle Merry
Subject: "Gems" of Prose & Poetry
Original/Facsimile: Original
Language: English
Publisher: Dayton
Place of Publication: New York
Special Attributes: Illustrated throughout, Frontis hand tinted, 50 Engraved Illustrations, 1st Edition
