The Children's Friend - Softcover

M. Berquin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371574463 ISBN 13: 9780371574461

Publisher: HardPress, 1792

Synopsis

The Children's Friend by M. Berquin is a translated collection of moral tales for children, originally published in French and now available in an English edition. This book features short narratives that illustrate virtuous conduct through everyday scenes, fables, and dialogues. Young readers are invited to reflect on themes such as temperance, charity, honesty, industry, obedience, and benevolence. For instance, "The Hen" depicts Cyprian learning self-control after a garden mishap, while "The Rose-Bush" follows Frederic and Jemima as they show generosity to a younger sibling. "The Nosegays" recounts acts of kindness toward neighbors and the joy of giving, whereas "The Cherries" extols obedience and family harmony. Other stories address important lessons, including fear, gluttony, and the dangers of gaming, greed, and deceit, all while emphasizing moral resolution. Throughout the tales, adults model wise parenting, and characters navigate pride, envy, and risk with virtue as their guide. This edition preserves the didactic aim of the original while making the stories accessible to modern readers.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 1792
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371574463
• ISBN 13: 9780371574461
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 366