Rollo on the Atlantic (eBook)
120 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737644-6 (EAN)
Jacob Abbott (1803–1879) was a prolific American author best known for his extensive contributions to juvenile literature during the 19th century. Born in Hallowell, Maine, Abbott graduated from Bowdoin College in 1820 and subsequently earned a Master's degree from Andover Theological Seminary. His foray into educational and literary fields saw him serving as a teacher, principal, and even founding his own school, the Mount Vernon School for Young Ladies in Boston. Abbott's writing career was marked by an emphasis on morality, history, science, and strong storytelling. One of his most notable works, 'Rollo on the Atlantic' (1853), belongs to the Rollo series, which centers on the travels and educational experiences of the young protagonist, Rollo Holiday. Abbott's books adeptly combine didactic aims with entertainment, largely addressing an audience of young readers. His literary style is characterized by clear prose, an affable narrative voice, and an underlying instructional objective. He authored over 200 books, including the Franconia Stories and the Harper's Story Books series, which further establishes his status as a formative figure in the field of children's literature. His influence extended beyond his lifetime, as generations of children grew up learning from his works, which continued to be popular well into the early 20th century.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur |
Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Religion / Philosophie / Psychologie | |
Schlagworte | 19th century children's books • antique maritime adventure • Character-building adventures • Character development • Classic • classic sea voyage tales • educational children's novels • Educational travelogue • Historical educational themes • historical juvenile fiction • Jacob Abbott classics • juvenile literature • Literary moral instruction • Mid-19th century children's literature • Moral Education • old-fashioned children's stories • pedagogical storytelling • pre-1900 American authors • Rollo adventure series • transatlantic voyage • vintage juvenile fiction • vintage travel literature • Voyages and travels |
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