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Franklin: The Apprentice Boy is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1855. The book tells the story of Benjamin Franklin's early life as an apprentice in his brother's printing shop in Boston. The book follows Franklin's journey as he learns the trade of printing and begins to develop his skills as a writer and inventor. Throughout the book, Abbott explores Franklin's character and his determination to succeed despite the challenges he faces. The book also delves into the social and political context of the time, including the tensions between the American colonies and Great Britain.As an apprentice, Franklin faces many obstacles, including his difficult relationship with his brother and the harsh working conditions of the printing shop. However, he perseveres and eventually becomes a successful businessman and inventor.Overall, Franklin: The Apprentice Boy is a compelling biography that offers insight into the life of one of America's most famous founding fathers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, entrepreneurship, or the life of Benjamin Franklin.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.

The works of Jacob Abbott are considered by critics as one of the best classical works of universal literature.

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About five or six hundred years before Christ, almost the whole of the interior of Asia was united in one vast empire. The founder of this empire was Cyrus the Great. He was originally a Persian; and the whole empire is often called the Persian monarchy, taking its name from its founder's native land.

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Caleb In The Country: A Story For Children, written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1839, is a classic children's book that tells the story of a young boy named Caleb who is sent to live with his grandparents in the countryside. The book follows Caleb's adventures as he learns about farm life, makes new friends, and discovers the beauty of nature.Throughout the book, Caleb learns important life lessons about hard work, responsibility, and the importance of family. He also learns about the value of education and the joys of reading, as his grandfather encourages him to read books and learn about the world around him.The book is written in a simple and easy-to-understand language, making it accessible to young readers. It is also filled with beautiful illustrations that bring the story to life and capture the beauty of the countryside.Overall, Caleb In The Country: A Story For Children is a heartwarming and inspiring tale that teaches children about the importance of family, hard work, and the wonders of nature. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of children and is sure to continue to be a beloved children's book for years to come.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.

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Darius The Great is a historical biography written by Jacob Abbott and first published in 1903. The book tells the story of Darius I, the third king of the Persian Achaemenid Empire, who ruled from 522 BC until his death in 486 BC. The book provides a detailed account of Darius' life, including his rise to power, his military conquests, and his efforts to expand and strengthen the Persian Empire. It also explores his personal life, including his relationships with his family and courtiers, and his religious beliefs.Throughout the book, Abbott provides insights into the political and cultural context of ancient Persia, as well as the larger geopolitical landscape of the time. He also offers commentary on Darius' legacy and impact on history, as well as his lasting influence on Persian culture and society.Overall, Darius The Great is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in ancient history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian history, ancient empires, or the broader sweep of world history.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.

The name of Xerxes is associated in the minds of men with the idea of the highest attainable elevation of human magnificence and grandeur. This monarch was the sovereign of the ancient Persian empire when it was at the height of its prosperity and power. It is probable, however, that his greatness and fame lose nothing by the manner in which his story comes down to us through the Greek historians. The Greeks conquered Xerxes, and, in relating his history, they magnify the wealth, the power, and the resources of his empire, by way of exalting the greatness and renown of their own exploits in subduing him.

THERE were three great European nations in ancient days, each of which furnished history with a hero: the Greeks, the Carthaginians, and the Romans. Alexander was the hero of the Greeks. He was King of Macedon, a country lying north of Greece proper. He headed an army of his countrymen, and made an excursion for conquest and glory into Asia. He made himself master of all that quarter of the globe, and reigned over it in Babylon, till he brought himself to an early grave by the excesses into which his boundless prosperity allured him. His fame rests on his triumphant success in building up for himself so vast an empire, and the admiration which his career has always excited among mankind is heightened by the consideration of his youth, and of the noble and generous impulses which strongly marked his character. The ROMAN hero was CAESAR. He was born just one hundred years before the Christian era. His renown does not depend, like that of Alexander, on foreign conquests, nor, like that of Hannibal, on the terrible energy of his aggressions upon foreign foes, but upon his protracted and dreadful contests with, and ultimate triumphs over, his rivals and competitors at home.

ALTHOUGH Rouen is now very far before all the other cities of Normandy in point of magnitude and importance, and though Rollo, in his conquest of the country, made it his principal headquarters and his main stronghold, it did not continue exclusively the residence of the dukes of Normandy in after years. The father of William the Conqueror was Robert, who be-came subsequently the duke, the sixth in the line. He resided, at the time when William was born, in a great castle at Falaise. Falaise, as will be seen upon the map, is west of Rouen, and it stands, like Rouen, at some distance from the sea. The castle was built upon a hill, at a little distance from the town. It has long since ceased to be habitable, but the ruins still remain, giving a picturesque but mournful beauty to the eminence which they crown. They are often visited by tra-velers, who go to see the place where the great hero and conqueror was born. It was about 870 that Rollo was banished from Norway, and a few years after that, at most, that he landed in France. It was not, however, until 912 that he concluded his treaty of peace with Charles, so as to be fully invested with the title of Duke of Normandy. He was advanced in age at this time, and, after spending five years in settling the affairs of his realm, he resigned his dukedom into the hands of his son, that he might spend the remainder of his days in rest and peace. He died in 922, five years after his resignation. He was only ten years old when his father was assassinated. He became involved in long and arduous wars with the King of France, which compelled him to call in the aid of more Northmen from the Baltic. His new allies, in the end, gave him as much trouble as the old enemy, with whom they came to help William contend; and he found it very hard to get them away. He wanted, at length, to make peace with the French king, and to have them leave his dominions; but they said, "That was not what they came for." Richard had a beautiful daughter, named Emma, who afterward became a very important political personage, as will be seen more fully in a subsequent chapter. Richard died in 996, after reigning fifty-four years.

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One pleasant summer morning Alphonzo was amusing himself by swinging on a gate in front of his mother's house. His cousin Malleville, who was then about eight years old, was sitting upon a stone outside of the gate, by the roadside, in a sort of corner that was formed between the wall and a great tree which was growing there. Malleville was employed in telling her kitten a story.

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Rudolphus: A Franconia Story is a classic novel by Abbott, Jacob that tells the story of a young boy named Rudolphus who lives in the region of Franconia in Germany. The book follows Rudolphus as he grows up and faces various challenges and adventures in his life.The story begins with Rudolphus as a young boy living with his family in a small village in Franconia. He is a curious and adventurous child who loves to explore the countryside and learn about the world around him. As he grows up, Rudolphus faces various challenges, including the death of his father and the struggle to support his family.Throughout the book, Rudolphus learns important life lessons about perseverance, hard work, and the importance of family and community. He also meets a variety of interesting characters, including a wise old man who teaches him about the natural world, a kind-hearted farmer who helps him when he is in need, and a group of bandits who threaten his village.Overall, Rudolphus: A Franconia Story is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of a young boy's journey to adulthood. It is a classic novel that has been enjoyed by readers of all ages for generations, and it continues to be a beloved work of literature today.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.

""The Gibraltar Gallery: Being An Account Of Various Things Both Curious And Useful"" is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1856. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about various interesting and useful things, including historical events, scientific discoveries, and natural phenomena. The stories are organized into chapters, each covering a different topic, such as astronomy, geology, and history. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the topics discussed. Overall, ""The Gibraltar Gallery"" is an informative and entertaining book that provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of science and history.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.

One pleasant morning, very early in the spring, Rollo's cousin Lucy came to call for Rollo to go on an expedition, which they had planned the day before. It was near the end of March, and the snow had become so consolidated by the warm sun in the days, and the hard frosts at night, that it would bear the children to walk upon it. The children called it the crust; but it was not, strictly speaking, a crust, for the snow was compact and solid, not merely upon the top, but nearly throughout the whole mass, down to the ground.

Rollo At Work Or The Way to Be Industrious

One day, when Rollo was about seven years old, he was sitting upon the steps of the door, and he heard a noise in the street, as of some sort of carriage approaching. A moment afterwards, a carryall came in sight. It drove up to the front gate, and stopped. Rollo's father and mother and his little brother Nathan got out. His father fastened the horse to the post, and came in.

Cyrus was the founder of the ancient Persian empire-a monarchy, perhaps, the most wealthy and magnificent which the world has ever seen. Of that strange and incomprehensible principle of human nature, under the influence of which vast masses of men, notwithstanding the universal instinct of aversion to control, combine, under certain circumstances, by millions and millions, to maintain, for many successive centuries, the representatives of some one great family in a condition of exalted, and absolute, and utterly irresponsible ascendency over themselves, while they toil for them, watch over them, submit to endless and most humiliating privations in their behalf, and commit, if commanded to do so, the most inexcusable and atrocious crimes to sustain the demigods they have thus made in their lofty estate, we have, in the case of this Persian monarchy, one of the most extraordinary exhibitions.

Stuyvesant: A Franconia Story is a novel written by Jacob Abbott and first published in 1881. The book is set in the 17th century and follows the life of Peter Stuyvesant, the last Dutch governor of New Netherland (now known as New York). The story begins with Stuyvesant's childhood in Holland and his journey to the New World as a young man. It then explores his experiences as governor, including his conflicts with the English, his efforts to maintain Dutch control over the colony, and his interactions with the Native American tribes in the area. Throughout the book, Abbott provides a detailed account of Stuyvesant's personal life, including his marriage to Judith Bayard, his relationships with his children, and his struggles with health issues. Stuyvesant: A Franconia Story is a historical fiction novel that provides readers with a vivid portrayal of life in colonial America. It is an engaging and informative read that offers insight into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the life of one of America's most influential historical figures.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.

Holland is one of the most remarkable countries on the globe. The peculiarities which make it remarkable arise from the fact that it is almost perfectly level throughout, and it lies so low. A very large portion of it, in fact, lies below the level of the sea, the waters being kept out, as every body knows, by immense dikes that have stood for ages. These dikes are so immense, and they are so concealed by the houses, and trees, and mills, and even villages that cover and disguise them, that when the traveller first sees them he can hardly believe that they are dikes. Some of them are several hundred feet wide, and have a good broad public road upon the top, with a canal perhaps by the side of it, and avenues of trees, and road-side inns, and immense wind mills on the other hand. When riding or walking along upon such a dike on one side, down a long slope, they have a glimpse of water between the trees. On the other, at an equal distance you see a green expanse of country, with gardens, orchards, fields of corn and grain, and scattered farm houses extending far and wide. At first you do not perceive that this beautiful country that you see spreading in every direction on one side of the road is below the level of the water that you see on the other side; but on a careful comparison you find that it is so. When the tide is high the difference is very great, and were it not for the dikes the people would be inundated. Indeed, the dikes alone would not prevent the country from being inundated; for it is not possible to make them perfectly tight, and even if it were so, the soil beneath them is more or less pervious to water, and thus the water of the sea and of the rivers would slowly press its way through the lower strata, and oozing up into the land beyond, would soon make it all a swamp.

The last day that Rollo spent in Paris, before he set out on his journey into Switzerland, he had an opportunity to acquire, by actual experience, some knowledge of the nature of the passport system. Before commencing the narrative of the adventures which he met with, it is necessary to premise that no person can travel among the different states and kingdoms on the continent of Europe without what is called a passport. The idea which prevails among all the governments of the continent is, that the people of each country are the subjects of the sovereign reigning there, and in some sense belong to him.

In the course of his travels in Europe, Rollo went with his uncle George one summer to spend a fortnight in Scotland. There are several ways of going into Scotland from England. One way is to take a steamer from Liverpool, and go up the Clyde to Glasgow. This was the route that Mr. George and Rollo took.

Rollo went to Rome in company with his uncle George, from Naples. They went by the diligence, which is a species of stage coach. There are different kinds of public coaches that ply on the great thoroughfares in Italy, to take passengers for hire; but the most common kind is the diligence.

""Wild Peggie Or Charity With Discretion"" is a novel written by Jacob Abbott in 1865. The story revolves around a young girl named Peggie, who is known for her wild and impulsive behavior. Despite her flaws, she has a kind heart and a desire to help others. As the story progresses, Peggie learns the importance of charity and discretion. She becomes involved in various situations where she must use her judgment to determine the best course of action. Along the way, she meets several characters who challenge her views and help her grow as a person.The novel is set in the mid-19th century and provides a glimpse into the social norms and customs of the time. It explores themes of charity, morality, and personal growth. Overall, ""Wild Peggie Or Charity With Discretion"" is a heartwarming story that teaches valuable lessons about character and virtue. It is suitable for readers of all ages and is a classic example of 19th-century literature.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.