Madeline Leslie

Broschiertes Buch

Bertie And The Carpenters

Or The Way To Be Happy (1880)

Beschreibung

""Bertie And The Carpenters: Or The Way To Be Happy"" is a children's book written by Madeline Leslie, first published in 1880. The story follows Bertie, a young boy who is unhappy with his life and constantly complains. One day, he meets a group of carpenters who teach him the value of hard work and the importance of finding joy in simple things. Through his experiences with the carpenters, Bertie learns to appreciate the world around him and finds true happiness. The book is a heartwarming tale that teaches children the value of gratitude and hard work. It is filled with colorful illustrations and is sure to be a favorite among young readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Harriette Newell Woods Baker, born on August 19, 1815, in Andover, Massachusetts, was an American author and editor best known for her books for children. She wrote under the pen names Mrs. Madeline Leslie and Aunt Hattie, gaining popularity for her works that often carried moral and educational themes for young readers. She began her writing career around the age of 30, initially focusing on novels before transitioning to religious literature about 15 years later. Harriette was married to A.R. Baker and spent much of her life in New York, where she passed away on April 26, 1893, at the age of 77. Throughout her career, she successfully balanced her writing with editing, contributing to both literature and religious publications. Harriette was the daughter of Leonard Woods, whose influence likely shaped her moral perspective and writing style. Her works continue to be appreciated for their ability to engage and educate young minds, reflecting her dedication to both literature and moral teachings.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 168
• Erscheinungstermin: 24. September 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 254g
• ISBN-13: 9781120162335
• ISBN-10: 1120162335
• Artikelnr.: 27425774