Social Tales for the Young (1835)

Social Tales For The Young is a book written by Mary Martha Butt Sherwood in 1835. The book is a collection of short stories that aim to teach children about social etiquette and good behavior. The tales are set in different social situations, such as a dinner party, a visit to a sick friend, or a ball, and they feature characters from different backgrounds and social classes.Through the stories, Sherwood teaches children about the importance of honesty, kindness, and respect for others. She also emphasizes the value of hard work and perseverance, and the consequences of laziness and dishonesty. The book is written in a simple and accessible language, and it includes moral lessons that are still relevant today.Social Tales For The Young was a popular book in its time, and it was widely read by children and parents alike. It is considered an important work in the history of children's literature, as it helped to establish the genre of moral stories for children. The book is still available today, and it continues to be a valuable resource for parents and educators who want to teach children about good behavior and social etiquette.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.