| Author |
Martí, José, 1853-1895 |
| Title |
La Edad de Oro: publicación mensual de recreo e instrucción dedicada a los niños de América.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif
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| Summary |
"La Edad de Oro: publicación mensual de recreo e instrucción dedicada a los niños de América" by José Martí is a monthly publication aimed at children, written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a blend of educational material and storytelling, intending to inspire young readers with tales of heroism, morality, and the wonders of the world. The publication highlights characters such as Bolívar and other freedom fighters, presentation of fables, and charming stories directed towards instilling good values and knowledge in children. The opening of this periodical addresses children with a heartfelt dedication, emphasizing the importance of education and character building. It asserts that boys and girls should grow to understand the world around them and learn valuable life lessons, such as the significance of friendship, honor, and the pursuit of knowledge. The initial chapters introduce "Three Heroes," detailing the life and legacy of Bolívar alongside other legendary figures from the Americas, underlining the essence of courage and freedom. The narrative style engages young readers, beautifully combining storytelling with moral teachings and real historical figures, while the personal tone invites them into a world of wonder and learning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Spanish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's literature, Cuban -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19898 |
| Release Date |
Nov 23, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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