Select Pieces of Poetry: Intended to Promote Piety and Virtue in the Minds of Young People (1795)

Select Pieces of Poetry: Intended to Promote Piety and Virtue in the Minds of Young People is a collection of poems compiled by Rachel Barclay and published in 1795. The book is aimed at young readers and seeks to promote moral and religious values through poetry. The poems cover a range of themes, including the importance of prayer, the value of hard work, and the virtues of honesty, kindness, and humility. The collection includes works by a variety of authors, including Isaac Watts, William Cowper, and Hannah More, as well as several anonymous pieces. The book is written in a simple and accessible style, making it easy for young readers to understand and engage with the moral messages contained within. Overall, Select Pieces of Poetry is a valuable resource for parents and educators seeking to instill positive values in young people through 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.