Mrs. Turner's Cautionary Stories (eBook)

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E. V. Lucas (Herausgeber)

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2022
225 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732571-0 (EAN)

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Rooted firmly in the tradition of moral instruction, 'Mrs. Turner's Cautionary Stories' offers a tapestry of fables and parables resonating with timeless themes and ethical dilemmas. Mrs. Turner's writing style is suggestive of a bygone era, with intricate prose that evokes the oral storytelling traditions of folklore and morality tales. The literary influence of earlier cautionary tales is evident, situating the work in a context that hearkens back to Struwwelpeter or Aesop's Fables, but with a distinctive touch that is uniquely Turner's. Each narrative within the collection is meticulously crafted to provide both a compelling story and a profound lesson, all while engaging readers with its lyrical narrative style.
In the personal narrative of Mrs. Turner, one discerns an author deeply concerned with the fabric of social morality and human character. While biographical details surrounding Turner are sparse, the stories themselves suggest an individual whose worldview has been shaped by observing the vicissitudes of human nature. This compilation of stories may be partly autobiographical, or they may arise from a scholarly or pedagogical impulse to guide and inform—an impulse that is palpable throughout the text.
Recommending 'Mrs. Turner's Cautionary Stories' is to advocate for a journey into the heart of deeply rooted ethical conversations, cloaked in the guise of narrative. Suitable for both the traditionalist and the modern reader, these tales are crafted to enchant and to provoke contemplation. They are a must-read for anyone who cherishes the art of storytelling with a purpose, and they hold particular allure for those who seek to explore the human condition through the medium of literature. DigiCat Publishing's mission to preserve the works of the past as a legacy for the future makes this edition a valuable addition to any literary collection, ensuring the continued relevance of Mrs. Turner's insights for generations to come.

Mrs. Turner is an English author renowned for her collection 'Mrs. Turner's Cautionary Stories,' a treasury that harkens back to the didactic traditions of 18th- and 19th-century children's literature. Though little is known about her private life, her literary work suggests a fondness for moral instruction paired with a keen awareness of the social issues of her time. 'Mrs. Turner's Cautionary Stories' has been lauded for revitalizing the cautionary tale genre, providing contemporary readers with narratives imbued with both time-honored lessons and modern sensibilities. The tales themselves are a tapestry of allegory and practical guidance, aimed at guiding young morals against the backdrop of an ever-complex world. Mrs. Turner's prose harnesses an aesthetic of gentle sternness, with lucid descriptions and cleverly constructed characters designed to engage children in the act of ethical discernment. Critics have often drawn parallels between her work and that of Mary Martha Sherwood or Hesba Stretton, noting a shared commitment to the edification of youth through storytelling. Despite the anonymity that shrouds her personal biography, Mrs. Turner's literary voice continues to echo in educational and literary circles, affirming the timeless appeal of cautionary literature.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 16.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Lyrik / Dramatik Lyrik / Gedichte
Schlagworte 19th century literature • Belles-lettres • cautionary verses • children's poetry • children's poetry classics • classic poetry collection • Conduct of life • English • Historical Poems • juvenile poetry • literary cautionary tales • moral stories poems • Mrs. Turner author • Victorian Poetry
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