検索キーワード： 著者 "William Roscoe" すべてのカテゴリー

In the early 1800s, London publisher John Harris began producing small books for children that were designed not to instruct, but to entertain. One of these books, The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast by William Roscoe, reprinted from The Gentleman's Magazine, was so successful that it was reissued in a second and much revised edition with illustrations by a young William Mulready. This was followed by sequels in a similar vein and a series called 'Harris's Cabinet of Amusement and Instruction'. By 1809, Harris's catalogue comprised more than 400 titles, some of which became ...

Discover the rich tapestry of Lancashire through a captivating blend of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. This collection invites you on a journey through the heart of England, with delightful excursions into neighboring counties. - Summary by Phil Benson