The Cyr Readers: Book 8 by Ellen M. Cyr
"The Cyr Readers: Book 8" by Ellen M. Cyr is a collection of educational texts designed for grammar school students, written in the late 19th century. The book is structured to introduce young learners to classic literature, featuring selections from some of the world's greatest authors, such as Thomas Carlyle, Daniel Webster, and John Milton. The intention is to cultivate a child's appreciation for literature by exposing them to meaningful excerpts thathave stood the test of time. The opening of the book includes a preface that emphasizes the importance of literature in fostering imagination and understanding the world beyond one's own experiences. Ellen M. Cyr reflects on how classics can ignite interest in students who might not otherwise engage with these works. The initial selections introduced are biographical sketches of renowned authors, followed by excerpts from their significant works, including Carlyle's depiction of his own rise from humble beginnings to literary prominence, showcasing the themes of perseverance and the value of education. This foundation sets the stage for readers to delve into the rich literary offerings contained within this anthology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cyr, Ellen M., 1860-1920 |
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| Title | The Cyr Readers: Book 8 Arranged by grades |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | Readers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49358 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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